Adenotonsillar Disease Flashcards
1
Q
what are the main functions of the adenotonsils
A
- trap bacteria on inhalation
- expose to immune system
- antibodies produced by immune system in the tissue
- helps prime immune system and help prevent further infections
2
Q
when do tonsils and adenoids tend to decrease in bulk
A
early teenage years
3
Q
what is Waldeyer’s Ring
A
ring of lymphoid aggregation in subepithelial layer of oropharynx and nasopharynx
4
Q
what is Walderer’s Ring composed of
A
tonsils, adenoids and lingual tonsil
5
Q
what is the aetiology of most cases of tonsillitis
A
viral
-EBV
6
Q
what percentage of tonsillitis if bacterial
A
5-30%
7
Q
why are throat swabs not recommended in tonsillitis
A
growth of bacteria doesn’t always result in the infection
