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Uvula Problems

Palmira S
While standing in front of the mirror with your mouth wide open, did you ever wonder about that thing hanging from the roof of your mouth? Well, that is the uvula. Uvula problems arise due to several reasons. The reasons are mentioned herein, accompanied with treatment measures that could be called for.
Uvula is a fleshy, mass-like projection sited diametral from the originating point of the tongue. It is positioned at the rear edge -- a lobe -- hanging from the center of the soft palate. It is composed of connective tissues and contains a number of racemose glands and muscular fibers in small amounts.
In terms of proximal relations, the uvula is a structure located near the tonsils and the epiglottis. The uvula assays a vital function in enabling the articulation of sounds. Due to the lobe being sensitive, it is prone to developing certain discrepancies.
Don't bring the water to boil, or heat it excessively. The uvula is sure to sustain burns if you do not heed the water temperature.
You may be advised by your health care specialist to have ice-creams or drain a bottle or two of cool drinks. This would soothe your chafed uvula, provided you are not prone to developing CCF (Cold/Cough/Fever) symptoms.
Cough Lozenges work well to soothe the throat, and keep it from turning dry. The dryness instigates the throat, and aggravates the condition.
Restrict eating foods that contain large amounts of fat, and carbohydrates; for instance, fried meat or poultry, pasta, rice, potato, etc.
The consumption of fruits, and fresh vegetables should be increased. Also, avoid foods that measure high on salt content.
A tankard brimming with your favorite alcoholic beverage, sure, is an irresistible proposition. Sadly, to deal with an uvula problem, you must exercise alcohol abstinence until you get better. Alcohol makes the uvula region dry, and dryness causes further irritation.
The huff and puffs may also aggravate the condition. Bar the coffin nail for a while. It would unnecessarily create a miasma of smoke in your system, delaying the uvula's recovery.
With this information at your perusal, make sure you address the situation, and follow the measures and treatment methods. If the condition is detected well in advance, there is nothing worrisome, for the problems could be dealt with ease.
Disclaimer: The story published herein, is meant to accomplish pedagogical purposes only. The information, by no means, intends to supplant the diagnosis, and advice imparted by the medical practitioner.