I woke up and had a sore feeling in the back of my throat. I've had this before, but when I looked in the mirror I saw my uvula was twice its normal size and when I talk it sounds mucus-y. I looked online and found out it's either from Allergies, SNORING*, and/or SLEEP APNEA*. I emphasized those because I know that I snore and such. So, I guess I'm not looking for an answer, I just wanted to give answers to the other ones that weren't open to any more answers. =)
2006-08-17 07:15:16 · 4 answers · asked by otepthefcukle 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Ok. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the two points.
2006-08-17 07:22:51 · answer #1 · answered by Chris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's possible that you have Strep throat.. Or even tonsillitis. Go see your doctor.
TREATMENT:
Whatever the reason you suspect to be causing your uvula to swell is, here are some common, simple treatments:
1. Take some Advil (ibuprofen) or Tylenol(Advil is better) for the inflammation and gargle warm salt water. Throat spray with a local anesthetic helps too. Cough drops are good, too. Especially the honey/lemon/eucalyptus ones.
2. If you think it’s an allergic reaction, Benedryl will help.
3. To prevent it , sleep on your side, elevated.
4. Stay hydrated and breath thru your mouth.
5. Avoid eating "HIGH" FAT and high CARBO diet foods(especially FRIED meat/poultry, pasta/rice/potato). Eat more fruits or veggies (smoothies are good, but avoid cream - use yogurt instead).
6. Avoid coughing (because coughing will irritate it more).
7. Drink plenty of WATER (room temperature),
2006-08-17 07:23:01 · answer #2 · answered by tcindie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
gargle with very salty hot water with a cap full of hydrogen peroxide.
2006-08-17 07:21:21 · answer #3 · answered by reynwater 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can rinse with warm salt water if it hurts. maybe try using a humidifier while you sleep. good luck, i have the same problem sometimes!
2006-08-17 07:22:12 · answer #4 · answered by Emily E 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋