HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Is It Possible For Uvula To Enlarge During The Night Due To Allergy?

Swollen uvula from allergic reaction to exposure to cat dander approx 5 hours ago. No major breathing difficulty. Just discomfort. Slight cough which pulls uvula to top of the tongue Treated with 50 mg diphenhydramine HCL at 4:30pm. No change in edema Gave 10mg prednisone at 10pm. Is it possible for uvula to enlarge during the night and situation become anaphalactic?
Wed, 25 Nov 2015
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling of uvula . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons dryness of throat , hot foods and beverages that burn the uvula , infection , alcohol abuse , trauma , ulcers , respiratory tract infections and allergic reaction . You have already treated with anti allergic treatment , now there is very rare chance of condition getting reverse . But if you are getting symptoms like breathing difficulties , throat pain and dizziness , then repeat treatment and immediately consult doctor .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Is It Possible For Uvula To Enlarge During The Night Due To Allergy?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling of uvula . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons dryness of throat , hot foods and beverages that burn the uvula , infection , alcohol abuse , trauma , ulcers , respiratory tract infections and allergic reaction . You have already treated with anti allergic treatment , now there is very rare chance of condition getting reverse . But if you are getting symptoms like breathing difficulties , throat pain and dizziness , then repeat treatment and immediately consult doctor . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari