Question 1

is it normal for adults not to be able to see their epiglottis even when pushing their tongue down forcefully? i can't see mine at all, and is it possible for your epiglottis to go higher up or will it always stay at same height?

Accepted Answer

See below: Your not being able to see your epiglottis is not a disease or disorder. Epiglottis does move up and down with swallowing.
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Question 2

i can see my epiglottis is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Some people have a shallow throat or large epiglottis. As long as you are not having difficulty with breathing or swallowing there's nothing to worry about.

Question 3

i wanted to find out why my epiglottis is suddenly visible. should it be a cause for concern? i am an adult.

Accepted Answer

Interesting: I wonder why you have never seen your epiglottis before. If you open your mouth and depressed the tongue it is easy to see. I'm sure it has been there your whole life and if you have no problems with swallowing, stay cool &amp; relax.

Question 4

when i stick my tongue out i can see my epiglottis a little bit. i never noticed it before im breathing fine and all but i just was concerned about because i heard its difficult to see it. should i be concerned ?

Accepted Answer

You're Correct: It would be quite difficult for you to see it... but again, you just might be able to get a peek. No need for concern.

Question 5

i can see my epiglottis and i have discomfort swallowing

Accepted Answer

Dr. can check throat: Throat pain can be from strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly. Some people can normally see their epiglottis. Having a swollen epiglottis is a "call an ambulance" emergency.

Question 6

i just noticed that i can easily see my epiglottis when i stick my tongue out, which i have never noticed before. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

: Some can, some cannot. I don't consider it a problem.

Question 7

i have a visible epiglottis, should i worry? no sore throats, and im an adult

Accepted Answer

Though : Though it is much more common in children, a visible epiglottis can be a normal variant in an adult.  That being said, you need to make sure that it is indeed the epiglottis that you are seeing and not an epiglottis or tongue base tumor (which are almost always painless).  As long as you are not having difficulty breathing or swallowing, have not noticed changes in how it looks, and have been examined by a doctor who tells you that what you see is a normal epiglottis, then you have a normal variant and shouldn't worry about it.

Question 8

i'm 18 and i can see my epiglottis. i've never seen it before. i had my tonsils removed when i was younger. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Epiglottis: it is possible if you were relaxed enough  that you could see your epiglottis  - a normal structure at the base of the tongue   see   http://www.patienthelp.org/human-anatomy/epiglottis.html

I wouldn't worry      Good luck

Question 9

is it dangerous if you can see your epiglottis and it disturbs your throat?

Accepted Answer

Depends: As long as your throat does not hurt, you can swallow and breathe without difficulty, and you do not have symptoms of infection like fever or weakness, this is not threatening. You may merely have a prominent epiglottis and small base of tongue.

Question 10

i can suddenly see my epiglottis. i have not had any throat infections or throat injury. i have been looking at the back of my throat for years to check for tonsil stones and ive never seen my epiglottis. its a little unnerving.should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

: Not sure why you would be worried about seeing a normal part of your anatomy. Don't fret and don't be unnerved.

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Is it normal for adults not to be able to see their epiglottis even when pushing their tongue down forcefully? i can't see mine at all, and is it possible for your epiglottis to go higher up or will it always stay at same height?

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I can see my epiglottis is that normal?

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I wanted to find out why my epiglottis is suddenly visible. should it be a cause for concern? i am an adult.

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When i stick my tongue out i can see my epiglottis a little bit. i never noticed it before im breathing fine and all but i just was concerned about because i heard its difficult to see it. should i be concerned ?

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I can see my epiglottis and i have discomfort swallowing

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I just noticed that i can easily see my epiglottis when i stick my tongue out, which i have never noticed before. is this normal?

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I have a visible epiglottis, should i worry? no sore throats, and im an adult

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I'm 18 and i can see my epiglottis. i've never seen it before. i had my tonsils removed when i was younger. is this normal?

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Is it dangerous if you can see your epiglottis and it disturbs your throat?

A member asked:

I can suddenly see my epiglottis. i have not had any throat infections or throat injury. i have been looking at the back of my throat for years to check for tonsil stones and ive never seen my epiglottis. its a little unnerving.should i be worried?

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