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What Causes Hard Knot Behind Uvula?

i have a hard knot in the back of my throat behind my ulva. It does not hurt but for a few months i have felt like i have a lump in my throat, much like the feeling of phlegm. I have noticed my voice has changed the last few months, kind of hoarse, not bad, though. Don t know if the knot has always been there and i just discovered it or what. How i found it was i felt like i had something hung in the back of my throat, so i stuck my finger back there and found the hard knot.
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

As per your query hard knot behind uvula is due to a condition called granular pharyngitis , which is a infection of pharynx behind the uvula . It is like a swelling which looking pus filled lump and appear to you like a bone. This infection sometimes causes clogging of ear as well.
I would suggest you to to:-

- Do warm saline gargles and betadine gargles alternately 2-3 times a day .

- For pain and swelling take ibuprofen (if not allergic) or acetaminophen .

- Give warm to lower throat area.

Consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis and to rule out other causes . Doctor will examine physically or may order swan test or blood test to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (penicillin or amoxicillin) at least for a week mucolytic agent like ambroxol or decongestants. Drink plenty of fluids.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Hard Knot Behind Uvula?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query hard knot behind uvula is due to a condition called granular pharyngitis , which is a infection of pharynx behind the uvula . It is like a swelling which looking pus filled lump and appear to you like a bone. This infection sometimes causes clogging of ear as well. I would suggest you to to:- - Do warm saline gargles and betadine gargles alternately 2-3 times a day . - For pain and swelling take ibuprofen (if not allergic) or acetaminophen . - Give warm to lower throat area. Consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis and to rule out other causes . Doctor will examine physically or may order swan test or blood test to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (penicillin or amoxicillin) at least for a week mucolytic agent like ambroxol or decongestants. Drink plenty of fluids. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari