What Does the Uvula Do?
If you take a look inside your mouth then you will notice some flesh that hangs down at the back near the throat. This grape-like structure is known as the uvula. It is often mistaken for the tonsils, but these are different structures found at the back of the mouth on either side.
The uvula has long been somewhat of a mystery because we are not entirely sure what it does. There are some suggestions, however, that are plausible at least, and some have some scientific grounding. Here’s a look at some of those suggestions, and some of the problems that can be associated with the uvula.
