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What Causes Swelling In The Uvula?
I have been taking nitric oxide activator for a few days. I noticed that my mouth felt strange and my uvula was very swollen. Diagnosed with Strep Throat. After 2 days on penicillin uvula was almost back to normal so I once again took the Nitric Oxide. (pixi stik form). When I awoke in the morning my uvula was swollen again. Could this be an allergic reaction?
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Wed, 6 Aug 2014
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hello,thanks for your query. in my opinion , your nitric oxide activator causing the problem. anyway , having uvula edema is not a good sign , it can cause emergency in enlarged size by causing airway obstruction.take antihistamines for itching. if it is increasing in size or pain visit nearest ent surgeon.stop using nitric oxide activator. hope i have answered your query. all the best. take care.
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