Tonsils are the two masses on the back of the throat. Adenoids are high in the throat behind the nose and the roof of the mouth (soft palate) and are not visible through the mouth without special instruments.
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.
Yes!!! they have palatine tonsils in the oropharynx located in the sides of their throat. See related link below.
Pharyngeal tonsils (adenoids)
Adenoids and Tonsils trap harmful microorganisms, so they could not enter the respiratory system.
Pharyngeal tonsils
adenoids
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J. Arnold Jones has written: 'Tonsils and adenoids' -- subject(s): Adenoids, Adenoidectomy, Tonsils, Tonsillectomy
tonsils and adenoids lay at the back of our throat and they help fight of germs that may be inhaled or eaten
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tonsils and adenoids
An adenotonsillectomy is the surgical removal of the adenoids and tonsils.