Contraction of the muscle of the PHARYNX caused by stimulation of sensory receptors on the SOFT PALATE, by psychic stimuli, or systemically by drugs.

Synonyms: Gagging Pharyngeal Reflex Reflex, Pharyngeal

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91; was see under REFLEX 1971-90

91(71); was see under REFLEX 1971-90

identifier

D005683

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