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Lymphoid organs in the mouth and throat
and consists of the adenoid tonsil (or pharyngeal tonsil), two tubal tonsils, two palatine tonsils, and the lingual tonsils. These organs play an important
Tonsil
Mineralized debris within the crevices of the tonsils
Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are mineralizations of debris within the crevices of the tonsils. When not mineralized, the presence of debris
Tonsil_stones
Deep indentations in human tonsils
The human palatine tonsils (PT) are covered by stratified squamous epithelium that extends into deep and partly branched tonsillar crypts, of which there
Tonsillar_crypts
Part of the brain
The cerebellar tonsil (Latin: tonsilla cerebelli) is a paired rounded lobule on the undersurface of each cerebellar hemisphere, continuous medially with
Cerebellar_tonsil
Lymphoid organs at the back of the throat on both sides
Palatine tonsils, commonly called the tonsils and occasionally called the faucial tonsils, are tonsils located on the left and right sides at the back
Palatine_tonsil
Defunct New York City hospital
The Tonsil Hospital, which opened in 1921 at 153 East 62nd St, and closed in 1946, was a Manhattan specialized hospital dedicated to just one task: "remove
Tonsil_Hospital
1st episode of the 12th season of South Park
"Tonsil Trouble" is the first episode in the twelfth season of the American animated television series South Park, and the 168th episode of the series
Tonsil_Trouble
Pharynx cancer that is located in the oropharynx
Oropharyngeal cancer, also known as oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma and tonsil cancer, is a disease in which abnormal cells with the potential to both
Oropharyngeal_cancer
Tonsil by the Eustachian tube
The tubal tonsil, also known as Gerlach tonsil, is one of the four main tonsil groups forming Waldeyer's tonsillar ring. Each tubal tonsil is located posterior
Tubal_tonsil
Lymphatic tissue in the tongue
The lingual tonsils are a collection of lymphoid tissue located in the lamina propria of the root of the tongue. This lymphoid tissue consists of the
Lingual_tonsils
Type of tonsil
The adenoid, also known as the pharyngeal tonsil, or nasopharyngeal tonsil is the superior-most of the tonsils. It is a mass of lymphoid tissue located
Adenoid
Tonsil cancer that has material basis in squamous cells
Carcinoma of the tonsil is a type of squamous cell carcinoma. The tonsil is the most common site of squamous cell carcinoma in the oropharynx. It comprises
Tonsil_carcinoma
Form of kissing using tongue-to-tongue interaction
A French kiss, also known as a tongue kiss, is an amorous kiss in which the participants' tongues extend to touch each other's lips or tongue. A kiss with
French_kiss
The "tonsil riots" of 1906 (also known as the tonsillectomy riots) were public health panics that took place on June 27, 1906, in New York City, concentrated
1906_Tonsil_Riots
Blood vessel
that represents the main source of arterial blood supply for the palatine tonsil. The artery passes superior-ward between the medial pterygoid muscle and
Tonsillar_artery
Surgical removal of the tonsils
Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure in which both palatine tonsils are fully removed from the back of the throat. The procedure is mainly performed
Tonsillectomy
Ringed arrangement of lymphoid tissue in the pharynx
opens into the nasopharynx 2 palatine tonsils (commonly called "the tonsils") located in the oropharynx lingual tonsils, a collection of lymphatic tissue
Waldeyer's_tonsillar_ring
Structural defect in the cerebellum of the brain
cerebellum, characterized by a downward displacement of one or both cerebellar tonsils through the foramen magnum (the opening at the base of the skull). CMs
Chiari_malformation
Inflammation of the tonsils
Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils in the upper part of the throat. It can be acute or chronic. Acute tonsillitis typically has a rapid onset
Tonsillitis
Part of the throat that is behind the mouth and nasal cavity
palatine tonsil. The anterior wall consists of the base of the tongue and the epiglottic vallecula; the lateral wall is made up of the tonsil, tonsillar
Pharynx
Anterior part of the neck, in front of the vertebra
contains various blood vessels, pharyngeal muscles, the nasopharyngeal tonsil, the tonsils, the palatine uvula, the trachea, the esophagus, and the vocal cords
Throat
Malaysian comedian and actor (1961–2016)
a tonsil surgery, which subsequently prompted rumors of his death. He had stage 4 cancer tonsil cancer. He passed away on 8 April 2016 due to tonsil cancer
Mr._Os
2026 studio album by Social Distortion
were postponed when Ness announced that June he had been diagnosed with tonsil cancer. Following his recovery, the band resumed working on the album within
Born_to_Kill_(album)
Elevated mucous membrane in the nasopharynx
The torus tubarius is very close to the tubal tonsil, which is sometimes also referred to as the tonsil of (the) torus tubarius. Two folds run anteriorly
Torus_tubarius
Australian radio presenter (1935–2025)
spanning 71 years. His distinctive voice earned him the nickname Golden Tonsils. Born in Wau, Papua New Guinea, on 8 August 1935, to Australian parents
John_Laws
some types of tonsils also have crypts. Because these crypts allow external access to the deep portions of the tonsils, these tonsils are more vulnerable
Crypt_(anatomy)
Enlargement of the adenoid tonsil
as enlarged adenoids refers to an enlargement of the adenoid (pharyngeal tonsil) that is linked to nasopharyngeal mechanical blockage and/or chronic inflammation
Adenoid_hypertrophy
either side from the tonsil by a sulcus, the vallecula of the cerebellum, at the bottom of which it is connected to the tonsil by a ridge of gray matter
Uvula_of_cerebellum
Sleep surgery on the throat
Tissues which may typically be removed include the paryngeal tonsils and the adenoid tonsil. Tissues which may typically be remodeled include the uvula
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
Irish comedian, writer and actor
focused on the TV show Heated Rivalry, called Tonsil Hockey, which she co-hosts with Olga Koch. Tonsil Hockey won the 2026 Golden Lobes Best New Show
Catherine_Bohart
Indian actress
Kankantala Light Railway (1950). Her first leading role came with Tapan Sinha's Tonsil (1956). Her name was later changed into "Madhabi" by Mrinal Sen in his Baishe
Madhabi_Mukherjee
Medical intervention
tonsillectomy or plasma coblation is a surgical procedure in which the patient's tonsils are removed by destroying the surrounding tissues that attach them to the
Coblation_tonsillectomy
English musician (born 1965)
Manchester United fan. On 26 April 2022, Arthurs said he had been diagnosed with tonsil cancer and could not join Liam Gallagher on his tour so that he could undergo
Paul_"Bonehead"_Arthurs
Pus behind the tonsil due to an infection
known as a quinsy, is an accumulation of pus due to an infection behind the tonsil. Symptoms include fever, throat pain, trouble opening the mouth, and a change
Peritonsillar_abscess
retractor Double hook retractor Surgical sponge forceps Fagge's aural forceps Tonsil artery forceps ENT and head neck surgery by Dr. S K. De, ISBN 81-87447-16-8
List of instruments used in otorhinolaryngology, head and neck surgery
List_of_instruments_used_in_otorhinolaryngology,_head_and_neck_surgery
Body piercing through the uvula
piercing through the uvula, the projection of the soft palate between the tonsils. This is a rare piercing. Captive bead rings or other small rings are the
Uvula_piercing
Medical condition
(inflammation of the pharynx) and tonsillitis (inflammation of the palatine tonsils), caused by infection with two types of bacteria called fusiform (Fusobacterium
Vincent's_angina
Presence of unpleasant odors in exhaled breath
conclusions. Treating underlying disease such as gum disease, tooth decay, tonsil stones, or gastroesophageal reflux disease may help. Counselling may be
Bad_breath
Part of patient assessment performed on the mouth
the patient's throat, looking for pink, symmetrical and normal-size tonsils. Tonsil size is graded as follows: 1+ Visible 2+ Halfway between the tonsillar
Mouth_assessment
Flexible part of maxilla
habitual or secondary to fellatio. Soft palate without tonsils (after tonsillectomy) Soft palate with tonsils Sagittal section of nose mouth, pharynx, and larynx
Soft_palate
Medical condition
group A streptococcus. Common symptoms include fever, sore throat, red tonsils, and enlarged lymph nodes in the front of the neck. A headache and nausea
Streptococcal_pharyngitis
Act of scrubbing teeth with a toothbrush
the teeth, it can aid in the elimination and/or masking of halitosis when tonsil stones are not the cause, and it can deliver active ingredients such as
Tooth_brushing
Opening at the back of the mouth into the throat
oropharynx is the tonsillar fossa which is the location of the palatine tonsil. Each arch runs downwards, laterally and forwards, from the soft palate
Fauces_(throat)
1984 album by the Replacements
Comin' Out" Westerberg, Stinson, Stinson, Mars 2:21 4. "Tommy Gets His Tonsils Out" Westerberg, Stinson, Stinson, Mars 1:53 5. "Androgynous" Westerberg
Let It Be (The Replacements album)
Let_It_Be_(The_Replacements_album)
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
Top expressed in lymph node granulocyte spleen appendix blood monocyte tonsil bone marrow cell testicle epithelium of nasopharynx Top expressed in blastocyst
SP140
American musician (born 1962)
in June 2023, recording was postponed due to Ness being diagnosed with tonsil cancer. On December 12, 2023, Social Distortion announced that they would
Mike_Ness
Short story collection by Paul Jennings
Quirky Tails is the third in a series of short stories by Australian author Paul Jennings. It was first released in 1987. As one of Jennings' darker collections
Quirky_Tails
Youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia (1901–1918)
reportedly hemorrhaged in December 1914 during an operation to remove her tonsils, according to her paternal aunt Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna of Russia
Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia
Grand_Duchess_Anastasia_Nikolaevna_of_Russia
English musician and actor (born 1940)
Brian Epstein to Jimmy – with appreciation and gratitude." Starr had his tonsils removed later that year during a Christmas holiday. Starr offered no suggestions
Ringo_Starr
Irish actor (born 1976)
Archived from the original on 18 July 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2023. "Brolly Tonsils: Cillian Murphy Interview, Repeal the 8th". The Blindboy Podcast. 2 May
Cillian_Murphy
Russian-born British stand-up comedian (born 1992)
the TV show Heated Rivalry, called Tonsil Hockey, which she co-hosts with fellow comedian Catherine Bohart. Tonsil Hockey won the 2026 Golden Lobes Best
Olga_Koch
Infectious disease affecting livestock
Pathogenesis of Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Pigs; Identification of Oropharyngeal Tonsils as Sites of Primary and Sustained Viral Replication". PLOS ONE. 9 (9) e106859
Foot-and-mouth_disease
English actor, comedian and writer (1941–1989)
Dangerous Sports Club in the later years of his life. In 1989, Chapman died of tonsil cancer which had spread to his spine. His life and legacy were commemorated
Graham_Chapman
American singer-songwriter (1946–2023)
discography Radio Margaritaville Hemisphere Dancer Savannah Buffett Save the Manatee Club Tonsil Trouble "Margaritaville" (South Park) Escape to Margaritaville
Jimmy_Buffett
American guitarist
daughter, Shelby, was born May 29, 2014. In late 2014, he was diagnosed with tonsil cancer, which has since been treated. Tune In, Tokyo... (2001) Bullet in
Jason White (Green Day guitarist)
Jason_White_(Green_Day_guitarist)
Blood vessel
one branch supplies the soft palate, and the other supplies the palatine tonsil and pharyngotympanic tube. The ascending palatine artery arises from the
Ascending_palatine_artery
English guitarist
replacement for Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs who was undergoing treatment for tonsil cancer. His stint with Gallagher meant that he played alongside John Squire
Barrie_Cadogan
Medical specialty of the head and neck
of mouth) Oropharyngeal cancer (cancer of the oropharynx, soft palate, tonsil, base of tongue) Larynx cancer (voice box cancer) Hypopharynx cancer (lower
Otorhinolaryngology
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
expressed in germinal epithelium epithelium of nasopharynx Achilles tendon tonsil gingival epithelium epithelium of colon Epithelium of choroid plexus cartilage
PDS5A
Blockage of an artery in the lungs
Cocaine-induced midline destructive lesions (CIMDL) Nasal septal hematoma tonsil Tonsillitis Adenoid hypertrophy Peritonsillar abscess Neck pharynx Pharyngitis
Pulmonary_embolism
Cancer of the throat
in the ear (this is from referred pain from a primary tumor), asymmetric tonsil swelling, spitting up blood. Difficulties of speech, swallowing, and/or
HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer
HPV-positive_oropharyngeal_cancer
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
granulocyte lymph node spleen appendix bone marrow cell blood monocyte tonsil testicle sural nerve Top expressed in mesenteric lymph nodes spleen thymus
MAP4K1
Lung disease involving long-term poor airflow
Cocaine-induced midline destructive lesions (CIMDL) Nasal septal hematoma tonsil Tonsillitis Adenoid hypertrophy Peritonsillar abscess Neck pharynx Pharyngitis
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Chronic_obstructive_pulmonary_disease
Medical intervention for sleep-related breathing disorders
have enlarged tonsils and adenoid tissue because the lymphoid tissue grows fast during young age. Surgical removal of enlarged tonsils (tonsillectomy)
Sleep_surgery
Contagious disease caused by SARS-CoV-2
Cocaine-induced midline destructive lesions (CIMDL) Nasal septal hematoma tonsil Tonsillitis Adenoid hypertrophy Peritonsillar abscess Neck pharynx Pharyngitis
COVID-19
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
superficial temporal artery testicle buccal mucosa cell granulocyte blood tonsil Top expressed in mesenteric lymph nodes spleen lumbar spinal ganglion blood
B cell scaffold protein with ankyrin repeats 1
B_cell_scaffold_protein_with_ankyrin_repeats_1
Protein-coding gene in humans
segment stromal cell of endometrium monocyte placenta substantia nigra tonsil skin of leg liver skin of abdomen Top expressed in lip cumulus cell motor
CLN8
Non-coding RNA in the species Homo sapiens
Top expressed in gonad thymus placenta duodenum skeletal muscle tissue tonsil sural nerve liver skin of leg muscle of thigh n/a More reference expression
EGFR-AS1
Excessive production of lymphocytes by the immune system
Histopathology of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma occurring in the tonsil. H&E stain.
Lymphoproliferative_disorders
Anatomical feature
this sinus is obliterated by its walls becoming adherent to the palatine tonsils. "tonsillar fossa". TheFreeDictionary.com. Retrieved 2016-11-05. This article
Tonsillar_fossa
Reflex at the back of the throat
by touching the roof of the mouth, back of the tongue, area around the tonsils, uvula, and back of the throat. It, along with other aerodigestive reflexes
Pharyngeal_reflex
Protein-coding gene in humans
in ganglionic eminence bone marrow cell Achilles tendon ventricular zone tonsil left ovary right ovary appendix sural nerve endometrium Top expressed in
CPSF6
Protein used by the immune system
intestinal lamina propria cells, Paneth cells, follicular dendritic cells in tonsils, activated macrophages and some types of pre-germinal centre IgD+/CD38+
Fcα/μR
American screenwriter and comedian (1952-2012)
with minimally invasive robotic surgery, removed a tumor on Davis' right tonsil that had metastasized to an adjoining lymph node. Davis died on July 19
Tom_Davis_(comedian)
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
skin of leg upper lobe of left lung skin of abdomen islet of Langerhans tonsil Top expressed in esophagus intestinal villus duodenum ileum jejunum lip
MALL
Gene in the species Homo sapiens
transverse colon spleen rectum appendix olfactory zone of nasal mucosa tonsil bone marrow cell gallbladder lymph node n/a More reference expression data
Immunoglobulin heavy constant alpha 1
Immunoglobulin_heavy_constant_alpha_1
Gene in the species Homo sapiens
node appendix blood spleen rectum mucosa of transverse colon gallbladder tonsil right lung n/a More reference expression data BioGPS n/a Orthologs Species
TRAV12-2
Human disease
increase the risk of cancer of the cervix, vulva, vagina, penis, anus, mouth, tonsils, or throat. Nearly all cervical cancer is due to HPV and two strains, HPV16
Human papillomavirus infection
Human_papillomavirus_infection
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
tissue epithelium of colon abdominal fat monocyte parietal pleura lymph node tonsil testicle Top expressed in gastrula primary oocyte zygote calvaria spleen
UVRAG
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
duodenum rectum bone marrow cell mucosa of transverse colon lymph node spleen tonsil appendix olfactory zone of nasal mucosa salivary gland Top expressed in
IGLL5
American wreck diver, co-host for History Channel's Deep Sea Detectives series
Chatterton was diagnosed with metastasized squamous cell carcinoma of the tonsil, which was thought to be likely a result of his exposure to Agent Orange
John_Chatterton
Non-fatal disease of the lungs
Cocaine-induced midline destructive lesions (CIMDL) Nasal septal hematoma tonsil Tonsillitis Adenoid hypertrophy Peritonsillar abscess Neck pharynx Pharyngitis
Diffuse_alveolar_damage
Fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the palate
to contribute to velopharyngeal inadequacy, except in cases where the tonsils have also been removed. In Latin, ūvula means "little grape", the diminutive
Uvula
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
Langerhans testicle sural nerve appendix right hemisphere of cerebellum tonsil anterior pituitary liver n/a More reference expression data BioGPS n/a Orthologs
COBW_domain_containing_3
Long-term inflammatory disease of the airways of the lungs
Cocaine-induced midline destructive lesions (CIMDL) Nasal septal hematoma tonsil Tonsillitis Adenoid hypertrophy Peritonsillar abscess Neck pharynx Pharyngitis
Asthma
Nasal condition associated with cocaine use
Cocaine-induced midline destructive lesions (CIMDL) Nasal septal hematoma tonsil Tonsillitis Adenoid hypertrophy Peritonsillar abscess Neck pharynx Pharyngitis
Cocaine-induced midline destructive lesions
Cocaine-induced_midline_destructive_lesions
Nerves supplying the tonsils
The tonsillar branches of glossopharyngeal nerve supply the palatine tonsil, forming around it a plexus from which filaments are distributed to the soft
Tonsillar branches of glossopharyngeal nerve
Tonsillar_branches_of_glossopharyngeal_nerve
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
group of thalamus postcentral gyrus Brodmann area 46 orbitofrontal cortex tonsil palpebral conjunctiva Top expressed in proximal tubule quadriceps femoris
Ectonucleoside triphosphate diphosphohydrolase 4
Ectonucleoside_triphosphate_diphosphohydrolase_4
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
tendon gonad epithelium of colon bone marrow cell testicle ventricular zone tonsil embryo sural nerve ganglionic eminence Top expressed in gray matter layer
HIST1H1D
Medical condition
various cholesterol ester depositions. These are especially visible in the tonsils, as they may appear yellow/orange. The cholesterol esters may also be found
Tangier_disease
Forward-most portion of the brainstem
Medulla. D: Spinal cord. E: Fourth ventricle. F: Arbor vitae. G: Nodule. H: Tonsil. I: Posterior lobe. J: Anterior lobe. K: Inferior colliculus. L: Superior
Midbrain
Polish composer and pianist (1810–1849)
he wrote to Grzymała: "I have to lie in bed all day long, my mouth and tonsils are aching so much." He was forced by illness to decline a written invitation
Frédéric_Chopin
American singer (born 1967)
to undergo emergency throat surgery to drain an abscess on one of his tonsils, and was released on July 21, 2011. He canceled his performance at the
R._Kelly
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
gonad testicle right uterine tube pharynx human musculoskeletal system tonsil placenta renal cortex muscular system muscle n/a More reference expression
SSX5
Non-coding RNA in the species Homo sapiens
endometrium lymph node muscle tissue blood olfactory zone of nasal mucosa tonsil monocyte placenta duodenum n/a More reference expression data BioGPS n/a
FRGCA
Mouth blisters due to infection by coxsackieviruses
often appear on the tonsillar pillars (adjacent to the tonsils), but also on the soft palate, tonsils, uvula, or tongue. A small number of lesions (usually
Herpangina
Human retrovirus, cause of AIDS
cells are the cells infected by HIV in the central nervous system. In the tonsils and adenoids of HIV-infected patients, macrophages fuse into multinucleated
HIV
Autoimmune diseases of the skin
that antibiotics are effective. Limited evidence suggests removal of the tonsils may benefit people with chronic plaque psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, and
Psoriasis
Partial collapse of a lung causing reduced gas exchange
Cocaine-induced midline destructive lesions (CIMDL) Nasal septal hematoma tonsil Tonsillitis Adenoid hypertrophy Peritonsillar abscess Neck pharynx Pharyngitis
Atelectasis
Disease of the respiratory system
bacteria is called bacterial tracheitis. Tonsillitis is swelling of the tonsils by a bacterial or viral infection. This inflammation can lead to airway
Respiratory_disease
TONSIL
TONSIL
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Girl/Female
Hindu
Growth
Boy/Male
Arabic
Investigator
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from Middle English gle(y)ve ‘sword’ (Old French gleive, glaive, Latin gladius), hence a metonymic occupational name for a maker or seller of swords or a nickname for an accomplished swordsman.
Boy/Male
Arabic
The Glory of the Faith
Girl/Female
Tamil
Kamakshi | காமாகà¯à®·à¯€
Goddess Lakshmi, Parvati, One with loving eyes
Surname or Lastname
English
English : habitational name from any of various places called Carleton or Carlton, from Old Norse karl ‘common man’, ‘peasant’ + Old English tūn ‘settlement’ (compare Charlton 1). Places spelled Carl(e)ton (as opposed to Charlton) are in areas of Scandinavian settlement, mostly in northern England.Irish : Americanized and altered form of Carlin 1.
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
God
Girl/Female
Tamil
Vasudharini | வஸà¯à®¤à®¾à®°à®¿à®£à¯€
Bearer of the earth
Boy/Male
Sikh
Moonlight, The Moon
Girl/Female
English
Abbreviation of Teresa, meaning harvester.
TONSIL
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TONSIL
n.
One of the tonsils.
n.
An instrument for incising or scarifying the tonsils, etc.
n.
Inflammation of the tonsil; quinsy.
n.
Scarification or incision of the tonsils.
a.
Of or pertaining to the tonsils; tonsilitic.
n.
An inflammation of the throat, or parts adjacent, especially of the fauces or tonsils, attended by considerable swelling, painful and impeded deglutition, and accompanied by inflammatory fever. It sometimes creates danger of suffocation; -- called also squinancy, and squinzey.
a.
Capable of being clipped.
n.
One of the two glandular organs situated in the throat at the sides of the fauces. The tonsils are sometimes called the almonds, from their shape.
n.
The operation of removing the tonsil, or a portion thereof.
n.
Any disease of the tonsils, throat, or windpipe, attended with inflammation, swelling, and difficulty of breathing and swallowing.
n.
An instrument for removing the tonsils.
n.pl.
The narrow passage from the mouth to the pharynx, situated between the soft palate and the base of the tongue; -- called also the isthmus of the fauces. On either side of the passage two membranous folds, called the pillars of the fauces, inclose the tonsils.
a.
Tonsilar.