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What Is The Treatment For Swollen Uvula After Tonsils Removal?
hi i had my tonsils removed and today is day 9 with the surgury day being day 1. My uvula is really swollen and making me gag all the time and is just really uncomfortable is there anything i can do to reduce the swelling, it feels like a worm dangling down my throat. im only taking panadeine extra every 4 hours and amoxycillan 250mg 3 times a day.
Mon, 26 May 2014
Hello,
Edema of the uvula goes off by day 2 or 3 .
If still there is edema you should consult your ENT specialist and get your antibiotics changed.
There are chances of infection around 7-10 days , that might be causing delayed healing.
In addition continue gargles with betadine and hydrogen peroxide , as both being local antiseptic would help in decreasing the edema.
Take cold liquids and ice cream.
In doubt do reply.
Edema of the uvula goes off by day 2 or 3 .
If still there is edema you should consult your ENT specialist and get your antibiotics changed.
There are chances of infection around 7-10 days , that might be causing delayed healing.
In addition continue gargles with betadine and hydrogen peroxide , as both being local antiseptic would help in decreasing the edema.
Take cold liquids and ice cream.
In doubt do reply.
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