Sentences with EPIGLOTTIS
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"The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located at the base of the tongue."
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"When you swallow, the epiglottis closes off the trachea to prevent food from entering the lungs."
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"Inflammation of the epiglottis is called epiglottitis."
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"The epiglottis plays a crucial role in protecting the respiratory system."
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"The epiglottis moves up and down during the process of swallowing."
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"The epiglottis is a flexible structure that acts like a lid over the windpipe."
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"The doctor examined the patient's epiglottis using a laryngoscope."
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"Swelling of the epiglottis can cause difficulty breathing."
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"The epiglottis helps to direct food and liquid into the esophagus."
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"In rare cases, a tumor may develop on the epiglottis."
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"The epiglottis is part of the anatomical structure known as the larynx."
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"The epiglottis is made up of elastic cartilage."
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"The epiglottis closes tightly over the trachea when we swallow to prevent choking."
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"The epiglottis can be visualized using a procedure called an endoscopy."
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"The epiglottis is highly sensitive to touch and temperature changes."
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"The epiglottis helps to protect the vocal cords during swallowing."
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"The epiglottis is innervated by the glossopharyngeal nerve."
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"Damage to the epiglottis can result in aspiration pneumonia."
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"The epiglottis is typically upright at rest and bends downward during swallowing."
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"The size and shape of the epiglottis can vary among individuals."
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"The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located at the base of the tongue."
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"During swallowing, the epiglottis closes off the windpipe to prevent food from entering the lungs."
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"In some medical conditions, the epiglottis may become inflamed and cause difficulty in breathing."
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"The epiglottis helps to protect the airway during eating and drinking."
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"If the epiglottis fails to close properly, a person may experience aspiration."
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"An infection of the epiglottis can lead to a potentially life-threatening condition called epiglottitis."
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"During a laryngoscopy, the doctor examines the epiglottis for any abnormalities."
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"The main function of the epiglottis is to direct food and liquid into the esophagus rather than the trachea."
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"The epiglottis is essential for speech production as it helps control the flow of air through the vocal cords."
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"In rare cases, a person may be born with a congenital abnormality of the epiglottis."
