<P> The pharyngeal reflex or gag reflex ( also known as a laryngeal spasm ) is a reflex contraction of the back of the throat , evoked by touching the roof of the mouth , the back of the tongue , the area around the tonsils , the uvula , and the back of the throat . It , along with other aerodigestive reflexes such as reflexive pharyngeal swallowing , prevents objects in the oral cavity from entering the throat except as part of normal swallowing and helps prevent choking . </P>
<P> The pharyngeal reflex or gag reflex ( also known as a laryngeal spasm ) is a reflex contraction of the back of the throat , evoked by touching the roof of the mouth , the back of the tongue , the area around the tonsils , the uvula , and the back of the throat . It , along with other aerodigestive reflexes such as reflexive pharyngeal swallowing , prevents objects in the oral cavity from entering the throat except as part of normal swallowing and helps prevent choking . </P>
gagging in an example of this type of reflex
gagging in an example of this type of reflex
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