The pituitary gland above the throat is the uvula, also called the palatine pituitary, located in the middle of the pharynx. The uvula in the pharynx assists the swallowing reflex, keeps food and water from backing up into the nasal cavity, and assists in phonation and resonance. In the presence of inflammation or trauma, it may become congested and swollen, manifesting as pain and foreign body sensation. The uvula is often associated with other parts of the pharynx when there is inflammation, and the position of the uvula can be used to help determine the disease, for example, the uvula may be deflected to the opposite side in the case of peri-tonsillar abscess, and the uvula may be thickened and lengthened when there is prolonged snoring. If there is pain in the throat, foreign body sensation and other abnormalities, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time to confirm the diagnosis, and actively carry out treatment in order to improve the symptoms as soon as possible.