what is pharynx - #18127

Doctor, I was recently reading about throat infections, and I came across the term pharynx several times. I realized that I don’t fully understand what it is. When I searched for what is pharynx, I found that it’s the part of the throat that connects the mouth and nasal passages to the esophagus, but I’d like to understand more about its function. I often experience throat irritation, especially when the weather changes. Sometimes, I get a dry, scratchy feeling in my throat even when I’m not sick. Could this be related to the pharynx? I also noticed that after eating very cold or spicy foods, my throat gets inflamed easily. Does Ayurveda explain why some people have more sensitivity in their throat area than others? Another thing I read is that the pharynx plays a role in digestion and breathing. If that’s true, could digestive issues like acidity or mucus buildup affect the pharynx? I have frequent acid reflux, and I wonder if that could be irritating my throat over time. Are there Ayurvedic remedies that can help strengthen the pharynx and prevent infections? I read that gargling with Turmeric water, Triphala, and Mulethi can help soothe the throat—would that be beneficial in my case? Also, are there dietary recommendations that can help maintain a healthy throat and prevent inflammation? I’d love to hear your Ayurvedic perspective on what is pharynx and how I can take care of it naturally.