Published Jan 30, 2024
Ep 134 Tonsils: Underestimated and underappreciated
Explore the underestimated role of tonsils in the immune system and the complex history of tonsillectomies, as Erin Welsh and Erin Updyke delve into personal stories, historical controversies, and the evolving medical guidelines that have shaped this common surgical procedure.
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