Swollen uvula or uvulitis refers to the inflammation of the uvula located on the back of the throat. Infection, trauma, and allergies are the common causes. Possible symptoms include fever, difficulty swallowing, headache, and cough. Antihistamines and antibiotics are used to relieve the symptoms of uvulitis.
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What are the factors contributing to my tonsillitis?
Query: Hello doctor, My tonsils, throat, and uvula are all inflamed. The space behind the tonsils is extremely restricted. What should I do, and how risky is this? Tonsillitis is a chronic disease that I suffer from. Previously, my throat was merely painful and my tonsils were enlarged. My throat does not ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. If you have chronic tonsillitis, it is possible that the inflammation in your throat, tonsils, and uvula could lead to complications such as: Abscess: Inflammation and infection can sometimes lead to the formation of an abscess (a pocket of... Read Full »
Why do I have a red mark and lump on my uvula?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a red mark on my uvula that I am a little worried about. Could you possibly tell me what it could be, please? I have had the feeling of swallowing a lump for two weeks, but it seems to be going away now. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, We welcome you to icliniq family. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. I understand your concern. It seems like an inflamed lymphoid follicle. This can occur due to an infection in the vicinity or exposure to irritants such as smoke or acid reflu... Read Full »
I had a sore throat recently. Does my throat look symmetrical?
Query: Hello doctor, I am sharing a picture of my throat. I had my tonsils removed when I was a child. Recently, I had a sore throat, but I do not have any symptoms now. Does my throat look normal? It does not seem to be perfectly symmetrical to me. Kindly advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the pictures shared by you (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). They show the following: 1. A swollen uvula which is due to a recent throat infection or sometimes due to acid reflux disorders. 2. Granulations in the pharynx wall which ar... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,Last night, I vomited, and after vomiting, I found a muscle from the upper side of my throat (where nostrils end) about 1-inch long hanging. I saw it in the mirror. I am very much worried about this muscle. What would it be? Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern.I suggest you do not worry. It should be the uvula. The small hanging part of the posterior end of the soft palate. Since you vomited, it should have been inflamed. This is normal, and it will settle down in some time... Read Full »
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