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Do tonsils regress with age and what causes this natural change?

According to the National Institutes of Health, adenoids typically begin to shrink after age five, and tonsils follow a similar pattern during adolescence. Yes, tonsils do regress with age, and this process is a normal part of the body's maturation, with the immune system adapting to different needs throughout life.

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