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It is thought that the tonsils and adenoids assist the body in fighting incoming bacteria and viruses by helping the body form antibodies. This is thought to be important only during the first year of life. Acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis (mono), chronic tonsillitis, peritonsillar abscess, and hypertrophic tonsils and adenoids are all common problems involving the tonsils and adenoids. Treatment of tonsillitis and adenoids include antibiotics and other medications depending on the cause. In some cases, a tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy (the removal of the tonsils or adenoids) may be necessary.

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Anatomy of a Sore Throat Pictures Slideshow: Distinguish Common Sore Throat From Strep Explore the types and causes of a sore throat through pictures, including strep throat, and learn how to find relief from that...learn more »
Anatomy of an Ear Infection Pictures Slideshow Take a picture tour through the antomy of the ear, helping you understand the causes of ear infections and how they are diagnosed...learn more »
Picture of Tonsil Stones Tonsil stones (also called tonsilloliths) form when bacteria and mucus get trapped and calcify in your tonsils' nooks and...learn more »
Picture of Tonsils The tonsils (palatine tonsils) are a pair of soft tissue masses located at the rear of the throat (pharynx). See a picture of the...learn more »

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