Glottis

The glottis is a narrow opening at the back of the throat where the vocal cords vibrate when speaking. It opens and closes when speech sounds are made and affects their quality. The article will discuss: where the glottis is located, how it works, what diseases can arise due to its improper functioning and how it is treated.

The glottis is located on the back wall of the larynx, just below the vocal folds and above the bronchi entering the larynx. It is a narrow canal, the walls of which are formed by the cricoid bone and muscle fibers. The opening and closing of this gap is regulated by the tension and tension of the vocal folds, which are able to contract and relax. Proper functioning of the glottis is a prerequisite for the production of vocal sounds.

In a healthy person, the glottis narrows and opens during the pronunciation of a sound, which allows sound waves to escape through it. However, some people may have problems with its operation due to various reasons. For example, inflammation of the vocal cords can cause the throat to become dry and irritated, making it difficult for the throat to open and close.

Simply put, if your slit is too narrow, you may have trouble speaking sentences because sound waves can't pass through it and words get lost. If