“In addition to the vallate and fungiform papillae of the tongue, taste buds are found in the soft palate, oropharynx, and epiglottis.”

“On physical examination, the buccal cavity and the oropharynx appeared normal and no neck lymphadenopathy was identified.”

“Stimulation of the glossopharyngeal nerve also increased airway area in all three regions, with the greatest effect in the caudal oropharynx.”