In kidney failure, nearly all of kidney function has lost and then patients are more likely to suffer a wide variety of hair, skin and nail problems. Some patients with kidney failure have heavy loss of hair.
Much like other tonsils, the aim of Pharyngeal tonsils is to increase the capability of the lymphatic system against foreign organisms which enter the body through the nose and mouth and pass into the throat. In infants, inflammation of these tonsils acts as a natural defense against infections.
The Pharynx. 1  The pharynx is contained in the neck and throat, and functions as part of both the digestive system and the respiratory system. 2  The human pharynx is divided into three sections: The nasopharynx behind the nasal cavity and above the soft palate.