Uvula

Examination of overlong uvula showed that the uvula was loose and slender, the lower end contacted the tongue surface, and the soft palate did not leave when lifted, and sometimes the end was hypertrophic and spherical. Enlongated uvula is caused by chronic inflammation of the sinuses, nasopharynx, oropharynx, and tonsils, which leads to inflammation of the uvula and degeneration of its muscle tissue. Mucosal edema extends downward, causing the uvula to thin and increase. In addition, developmental abnormalities are also one of the causes. Normal uvula is not in contact with the lingual surface. If it is in contact with the lingual surface and has symptoms, it is called uvulopalatosis.