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

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Enlargement of adenoids, also known as pharyngeal tonsils, can block the opening of the Eustachian tubes that connect the nasopharynx to the middle ear. This can lead to accumulation of fluid in the middle ear and increase the risk of ear infections. Enlargement of other structures, such as the nasal chamber, conchae, epiglottis, or parotid glands, is not directly related to the drainage of the Eustachian tubes and therefore may not contribute to ear infections.

Enlargement of Which of the Following Structures May Contribute to Ear