Uvula

usgb/ˈjuːvjələ/
noun

The small piece of soft flesh that can be seen dangling down from the back of your mouth when you open it wide.

When the doctor asked me to say 'ahh', he checked the back of my throat for redness, swelling, or any problems with my uvula.
Visual representation of "uvula" - The small piece of soft flesh that can be seen dangling down from the back of your mouth when you open it wide.

Often appears as...

  • swollen uvula
  • normal uvula
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Medical Term

Used primarily in medical contexts or when discussing throat anatomy.

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The patient's uvula appeared inflamed during the examination.
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Visible Feature

The uvula is visible when someone opens their mouth wide, commonly checked during medical checkups.

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Open your mouth and say 'ahh' so I can see your uvula.
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Identifying Issues

The uvula can indicate health issues, such as infection, if it's swollen or discolored.

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A swollen uvula might suggest a throat infection.
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