Do You Need Your Uvula?

It secretes large amounts of saliva that keep your throat moist and lubricated. It also helps keep food or fluids from ending up in the space behind your nose when you swallow. Your uvula is also considered an organ of speech.

What happens when your uvula is removed?

For some, removing the whole uvula can cause: difficulty swallowing. throat dryness. feeling like there's a lump in your throat.

Can you live without a uvula?

Life without my uvula is a life without snoring and constant discomfort. Mr. Torres felt tired all the time. He was sleep deprived and had symptoms associated with sleep apnea, such as daytime drowsiness, lack of energy and difficulty concentrating.