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What Is The Best Home Remedy For An Injured Uvula?
Good evening Doctor,i have injured my uvula while using the steel tongue cleaner now the uvula has become red and i am experiencing difficulty in swallowing and having even little spicy food gives me slight pain sensation ,plese kindly prescribe an home remedy for the same and what should be my diet
Thu, 10 Apr 2014
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1. If the swelling worsens or does not heal quickly, seek medical attention quickly [consult an ENT Specialist for expert opinion]
2. Area around throat may also cause sore throat/Streptococcal Infection, thus health examination becomes necessary [may require antibiotics]
3. Home remedy is directed towards preventing Pain and Dehydration:
. Proper hydration eventually reduces swelling on the uvula.
. Pain medication [acetaminophen] can reduce the pain associated with sore throat and swollen uvula or just add honey to any warm beverage.
. warm salt water gargles [before going to bed]
. Add pinch of turmeric to cold water and drink. [this will alleivate pain and reduce swelling]
1. If the swelling worsens or does not heal quickly, seek medical attention quickly [consult an ENT Specialist for expert opinion]
2. Area around throat may also cause sore throat/Streptococcal Infection, thus health examination becomes necessary [may require antibiotics]
3. Home remedy is directed towards preventing Pain and Dehydration:
. Proper hydration eventually reduces swelling on the uvula.
. Pain medication [acetaminophen] can reduce the pain associated with sore throat and swollen uvula or just add honey to any warm beverage.
. warm salt water gargles [before going to bed]
. Add pinch of turmeric to cold water and drink. [this will alleivate pain and reduce swelling]
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