Allergens: Ingesting or inhaling certain allergens, such as dust, animal dander, pollen, or certain foods, can cause allergic reactions in some people. One of these reactions is swelling in different parts of the body, including the uvula.
Medication: Certain medications may have side effects that can cause your uvula to swell.
Dehydration: Lack of enough fluids in your body can lead to uvulitis. Although it’s not common, some people have had a swollen uvula after drinking too much alcohol and becoming dehydrated.
Chemicals or other substances: Inhaling certain substances that are toxic to your body could lead to many reactions, including a swollen uvula. This includes tobacco, and in one research case, cannabis.
Snoring: Snoring can be a result of a swollen uvula. In rare cases it can also be a cause, especially if your snoring causes heavy vibrations that irritate your uvula.
Infection
Certain infections can lead to irritation of your uvula that can cause uvulitis. Examples of viral infections that could lead to uvulitis include:
the common cold
the flu
mononucleosis
croup
Cool your throat by sucking on ice chips. Frozen juice bars or ice cream may also do the trick.
Gargle with warm salt water to ease your dry, scratchy throat.
Get a full night’s sleep and nap during the day if you can.
Make sure you’re getting enough fluids. If your throat hurts when you drink, try drinking small amounts throughout the day. Your urine should be light in color. If it’s dark yellow or brown, you’re not drinking enough and may be dehydrated.
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