Tonsils can become swollen or infected, signaling health issues needing attention.

Infection Indicator

Tonsil removal, termed tonsillectomy, is common and often referred to when speaking about tonsils.

Surgery Context

Tonsil issues are associated with conditions like tonsillitis and strep throat.

Medical Condition

 because it's a socially acceptable way to explore the gross side of ourselves. But there's this other reason that I think talking about gross stuff is so important. A while back, I made a video on tonsil stones -- sorry, everyone --