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A member asked:
Had my tonsils and adenoids removed about 2-3 years ago. can i still get tonsillitis?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Not usually: Tonsils and adenoids are usually removed at same time. Tonsils usually do not grow back. Adenoids not infrequently can regrow related to incomplete removal of all adenoid tissue.
Answered 3/7/2016
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