Explain what would happen if your epiglottis stopped working properly.

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You would have to go to dialysis to get your blood filtered every day.
You would have to go to dialysis to get your blood filtered every day.

You would have to use an inhaler when the pollen or dust repeatedly bothered you.
You would have to use an inhaler when the pollen or dust repeatedly bothered you.

You could choke on food when it went down the wrong place.
You could choke on food when it went down the wrong place.

You would have to go to the doctor to have your blood pressure checked regularly.

Answer 1

You may experience difficulty swallowing food and liquids, as the epiglottis helps prevent food and liquids from entering the airway. This could lead to a higher risk of food or liquid entering the lungs, potentially causing aspiration pneumonia. Additionally, you may be at a higher risk of developing respiratory infections due to the compromised function of the epiglottis. In severe cases, you may require surgery to correct the issue.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

You could choke on food when it goes down the wrong place.