An Infection and Inflammation of the Aggregated Lymphatic Nodules in the Pharynx

Question

An infection and inflammation of the aggregated lymphatic nodules in the pharynx is called
A) laryngitis.
B) lymph edema.
C) tonsillitis.
D) indigestion.
E) lymphosis.

Accepted Answer

Tonsillitis refers to the infection and inflammation of the tonsils or aggregated lymphatic nodules in the pharynx. Laryngitis refers to the inflammation of the larynx or voice box, lymph edema is the accumulation of lymph fluid in tissues causing swelling, indigestion refers to discomfort in the digestive system, and lymphosis is not a recognized medical term.