Enlargement of Which of the Following Structures May Contribute to Ear

question 41

Multiple Choice

Enlargement of which of the following structures may contribute to ear infections by interfering with normal drainage from Eustachian tubes?

• A) Nasal chamber
• B) Nasal conchae
• C) Adenoids
• D) Epiglottis
• E) Parotid glands

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