What could this be?

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I've been prescribed Omeprazole for 2 months, my first question is am i able to drink one pint (maximum) alcohol per week? Also, because of the throat irritation i decided to have a look. When i push my tongue out as far as possible i can see what is circled in this photo: http://i36.tinypic.com/30jl3lk.png

Thankyou

[Ratnakar Kini]

Hi,
It is better to avoid alcohol totally for good response.
What you see at the back of the tongue is a structure called epiglottis. This structure covers the opening of the respiratory tract and prevenets aspiration and protects the airway.
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- Ratnakar Kini M.D.

[terrafire]

Thankyou very much

[terrafire]

I have included a photo here: http://i38.tinypic.com/28wmh79.jpg