Which of the following may occur as a result of removal of the palatine or pharyngeal tonsils?
A) heightened susceptibility to ingested or inhaled pathogens
B) decreased susceptibility to ingested or inhaled pathogens
C) Removal of the tonsils would have no clinical consequences.
D) Susceptibility to ingested or inhaled pathogens would not be affected.
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