Uvula Swollen

Do you have a swollen uvula? Check out below for a few remedies you can try out to ease the swelling. But for those that do not know what the uvula is, check out the image above. It is a conic projection, which pops out from the posterior edge of the soft palate. In other words, it is that tissue hanging down from the soft palate.

Try out these common measures to reduce the sensation of tickling in the throat:

• Dehydration is known to cause swelling of uvula.
• Ensure you consume at least 3 to 4 Excessive smoking and alcohol consumption may result in swelling of the uvula.
• Gargling with salt water will help you fight any causative bacterial infection which might be causing the inflammation.