Which of the following is the major reason why tonsils are not surgically removed as frequently today as in the past??

A) ?This surgery is especially risky.
B) ?Children usually recover quickly from tonsillitis.
C) ?The symptoms of tonsillitis are generally mild.
D) ?The tonsils perform an important role in the body's defense against infection.


D

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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