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Before we evolved into what we are today, before we lived on the land, our tonsils would have been, what are known today as gills on a fish. As we developed, what were gills slowly were grown over , and eventually, became part of our new throat. If you don't believe in evolution, then I have no answer, sorry.

Actually, the tonsils area part of the immune system that now don't do much good because they were made to combat earlier diseases. But they actually are helpful and make the rest of of your immune system not have to work as hard.

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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)


What is the lump where the tonsils used to be?

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.


The pharyngeal tonsils are also called the adenoids?

That is correct. The pharyngeal tonsils, located in the back of the nasal cavity, are commonly known as the adenoids. These tonsils play a role in the immune system by helping to fight off infections.


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


Is tonsils singular?

No, it is plural, you have two tonsils in your throat.


How do you spell tonsels?

The correct spelling is "tonsils."


Which of these is part of lymphatic system?

Tonsils.


What are the three tonsils?

The three tonsils are the palatine tonsils (located at the back of the throat), the lingual tonsils (located at the base of the tongue), and the pharyngeal tonsil, also known as the adenoids (located in the nasopharynx).


If the tonsils are taken out can you still get tonsillitis?

No, if the tonsils are surgically removed (tonsillectomy), you cannot get tonsillitis because the tonsils, which are responsible for recurrent tonsillitis, are no longer present.