The most problematic are the palatine type, which are believed to create antibodies to prevent infection of the digestive system, but the possibility of debris collecting in lymph ducts on their surface often causes they themselves to swell.
Though there are three types, the lingual are well cleaned by mucous glands, rarely causing health problems. Inflammation of the pharyngeal type can obstruct nasal breathing and drainage, and could lead to either sinus or inner ear infections. The most problematic are the palatine type, which are believed to create antibodies to prevent infection of the digestive system, but the possibility of debris collecting in lymph ducts on their surface often causes they themselves to swell. FTP, identify these lymphatic structures which tend to decrease in size as the organism ages, meaning that children are more prone to infection, and are thus more likely to have to undergo oral surgery for their removal.
Though there are three types, the lingual are well cleaned by mucous glands, rarely causing health problems.
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