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The lump where the tonsils used to be is often a result of scar tissue or healing after the tonsils have been removed. This lump should gradually reduce in size as the healing process progresses. If there are concerns about the lump or if it becomes painful, it is best to consult with a healthcare provider for further evaluation.
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What tonsils can be found in the oral cavity?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
Besides the palatine tonsils what other tonsils do humans possess?
Humans also possess lingual tonsils at the base of the tongue and pharyngeal tonsils, commonly known as adenoids, located in the back of the throat. These tonsils, along with the palatine tonsils, are part of the lymphatic system and help protect the body against infections.
What is the simplest lymphoid organs that are found at the entrance of the pharynx?
The simplest lymphoid organs that are found at the entrance of the pharynx are the tonsils. There are three pairs of tonsils in the human body: the palatine tonsils, located on the sides of the throat, the lingual tonsils, located at the base of the tongue, and the pharyngeal tonsils, also known as adenoids, located at the back of the nasal cavity. These tonsils help in filtering and trapping pathogens that enter the body through the mouth and nose.
Do dogs have tonsils and adenoids?
Yes!!! they have palatine tonsils in the oropharynx located in the sides of their throat. See related link below.
How m any tonsils are there in humans?
Humans typically have two tonsils, known as the palatine tonsils, located at the back of the throat on either side.
What does a doctor remove with tonsils?
tonsils are the things hanging at the back of your throat, they are not a tool used by a doctor.
What do your tonsles do?
Your tonsils used to help digest food that cave men ate but we still have them now. Our tonsils can now keep dust out of our bodies but if your suffering from tonsillitis ill agree tonsils can be a pain.
What are Types of tonsils?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
Why does it feel like there is a lump in your throat when you have a cough too?
Well, you may have strep throat, or even swollen tonsils or adenoids. The only way to know is to let your doctor take a peek and see.
The pharyngeal tonsils are also called the adenoids?
Palatine tonsils and adenoids are NOT synonymous. Palatine tonsils, sometimes called faucial tonsils, are found at the back of the throat. Adenoids are the pharyngeal tonsils, located in the back of the nasal cavity.
What tonsils can be found in the oral cavity?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
What gets removed during a tonsillectomy?
Both the tonsils are removed during tonsillectomy
How do you spell tonsels?
The correct spelling is "tonsils."
Which of these is part of lymphatic system?
Tonsils.
Is tonsils singular?
No, it is plural, you have two tonsils in your throat.
What are the three tonsils?
There are FIVE pairs of tonsils in the pharynx or throat, though the exact number will differ depending on the textbook:Nasal (lymphatic tissue in the nose)Adenoids/Pharangeal/Luschka (nasopharynx)Palatine (oropharynx)Tubal (pharynx side of the auditory tubes)Lingual (oropharynx)Note: the cerebellar tonsil is a structure in the brain.
If the tonsils are taken out can you still get tonsillitis?
No, if you have no tonsils then you cannot have inflamed tonsils.
