This is the 3rd time it happened, after I took CVS Migraine Relief my uvula started to swell up and it got definitely longer. Can't sleep because of it and goes away after 1-2 day(s). Is this because of the NSAID? I have taken this over the counter medication whith headaches for a long time (10x p/yr) but since the last 2-3 months this started to happen. I am a 48 year male and take no other medication.
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I woke this morning with an extremely dry mouth and swollen uvula. I was laying on my back for hours sleeping and I was sleeping deeply (very tired) and I tend to sleep with mouth open if laying in that position. Feels like I cannot swallow properly. Definitely takes extra effort to do so. Last night was Halloween and like many others posting here I didnt have any alcohol but I Did have chips no salsa and I did have too much soda to drink. I have had this happen twice where it is really swollen and once where I was not laying on back long and it was slightly irritated. I started drinking really cold water with ice and sucking in the ice chips too . After awhile I gargled warm salt water (which helps comfort wise for me) and then had a small spoon of honey and let it warm on my tongue then swallowed it letting it coat the back of my throat. That feels good and is said to help reduce swelling or aid in that. It has been 2 hours since I woke and did all this and it seems to have helped just slightly but last time it felt much better and was reduced in size close to 100%. Just dont panic if you woke and were sleeping on your back and snoring. I wouldnt think anyone would need to go to the hospital for that. Just know it does feel very very uncomfortable and takes extra effort to swallow. Eating ice cream or anything soft and or cold and nothing sharp to irritate, drink a good amount of water and over time it should feel back to normal.
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A dry throat is a common cause of a swollen uvula. This may be caused by dehydration, sleeping with the mouth open, or simply living in an area that has a dry climate. Those who smoke are more likely to develop uvula swelling, as are those who are exposed to air pollution.
Infections are among the most common causes of a swollen uvula. These infections may be caused by bacteria or viruses. Bacterial infections are typically treated with prescription antibiotics, while viral infections are frequently left to run their course, although antiviral medications may be prescribed in some cases.
Hot foods or beverages may sometimes burn the uvula and lead to swelling. As the burned tissue begins to heal, the swelling should go down. Alcohol abuse has been known to cause the uvula to swell in some people. Limiting or discontinuing alcohol use will typically reduce the swelling. Canker sores inside the mouth, especially those located near the uvula, may lead to swelling.
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