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Elongated uvula

2018-04-17 02:11:28
My uvula seem to be elongated from past, is it because of smoking? What should I do to make it normal?
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Do u snore? Or do you have a feeling of something sticking in the throat.... These are the two main conditions where we need to treat the elongated uvula.... The other condition being acidity..... Visit an ENT specialist for the same....

Answered2018-04-18 05:34:08

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Elongated uvula can occur because of various reasons such as smoking, alcohol, reflux laryngopharyngitis, tobacco consumption etc which cause chronic irritation of throat. Treatment depends on identifying cause in your case
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

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