The small pituitary gland in the center of the mouth is generally referred to as the uvula, which has functions such as swallowing and assisting in pronunciation. If the uvula appears to be enlarged, pain and other symptoms, you should consider the possibility of inflammatory stimulation and other diseases.
The uvula, commonly known as the “little tongue”, refers to the downward protruding portion of the free edge of the soft palate in the oral cavity, which looks like a small pituitary gland. When eating, the uvula retracts to allow for better swallowing and to prevent food from entering the nasal cavity. Moreover, the uvula also has the role of assisting in pronunciation, which is one of the important organs of the body.
If the patient has symptoms such as swelling, pain and foreign body sensation in the uvula, then the possibility of uvula infection, acute edema and other diseases should be considered.
Patients with these symptoms are advised to consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment as prescribed by the doctor.