Uvula piercings may migrate leading to bisection of the uvula, which is harmless. Without involving the nose, pharyngitis inflames the pharynx, hypopharynx, uvula, and tonsils. Others recommended shortening the uvula or removing the tonsils. Nasopharyngitis (rhinopharyngitis or the common cold) affects the nares, pharynx, hypopharynx, uvula, and tonsils generally. A bifid or bifurcated uvula is a split or cleft uvula. When cleft palate occurs, the uvula is usually split. Newborns with cleft palate often also have a split uvula. An aphthous ulcer which has formed on the uvula can also cause swelling and discomfort. The soft palate ends at the uvula. Snoring is the result of the relaxation of the uvula and soft palate. The palate and uvula are also commonly affected by the infection. Uvular consonants are made by the tongue body contacting or approaching the uvula. The uvula can enlarge when the prostate becomes enlarged. Stimulation of the uvula also causes the gag reflex to initiate.