Lymphoid Aggregates

 
- Description:
- Small, slightly elevated nodules that may be normal colored or have a slight yellow-orange hue.
- Most commonly found on soft palate.
- Found anywhere in the mucosa but are especially common where the mouth meets the throat and the base of the tongue.
- This lymphoid rich area has been called Waldeyer’s ring. When they occupy the same area as the foliate papillae.
- In the tongue they have been referred to as “lingual tonsils.”

- Etiology:
They are normal structures, components of Waldeyer’s ring.

- Treatment:
None required.

- Prognosis:
Good. They may enlarge or regress in relationship to oral or upper respiratory infections.

- Differential Diagnosis:
Although foliate papillae and lymphoid aggregates of lingual tonsils may occupy the same area, they are different entities.

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