What is epiglottis?
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a flap of cartilage behind the root of tongue which is depressed during swallowing to cover the opening of wind pipe
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The epiglottis is a small, movable "lid" just above the larynx that prevents food and drink from entering your windpipe. But if the epiglottis becomes swollen — either from infection or from injury — the airway narrows and may become completely blocked.
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