Which medical term refers to an inflammation of one of the tonsils?
a. adenoiditis
b. epiglottitis
c. pharyngitis
d. pansinusitis
a
Explanation:
a. adenoiditis: correct
b. epiglottitis: is an inflammation of the epiglottis
c. pharyngitis: is an inflammation of the pharynx
d. pansinusitis: is an inflammation alongside the sinuses
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