An Elongation of Uvula

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Otorhinolaryngology

Case description

We can associate the elongated uvula with habitual snoring or obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS) and unexplained throat irritations and coughs. The treatment means to make it partially trimmed or cut (uvuloplasty or uvulectomy) if it is significantly causing symptoms.

tags: cough

related terms: habitual snoring, throat irritations, uvuloplasty, uvulectomy

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