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  2. 10 Reasons You Should Never Ignore a Swollen Uvula, According ...

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    “At times, one tonsil is infected and an abscess can occur that causes one-sided tonsil swelling and the uvula to swell and deviate away from the affected side,” says Dr. Zalvan.

  3. Peritonsillar abscess - Wikipedia

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    Physical signs of a peritonsillar abscess include redness and swelling in the tonsillar area of the affected side and swelling of the jugulodigastric lymph nodes. The uvula may be displaced towards the unaffected side. [3] Unlike tonsillitis, which is more common in children, PTA has a more even age spread, from children to adults.

  4. The Sneaky Sign of Inflammation You Shouldn't Ignore - AOL

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    If you’ve ever had a swollen, sprained ankle or a fever from the flu, you’ve experienced it firsthand. (Flushed skin and pain are other signs of acute inflammation, according to Cleveland Clinic.)

  5. Thoracic outlet syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Pain can also be in the side of the neck, the pectoral area below the clavicle, the armpit/axillary area, and the upper back (i.e., the trapezius and rhomboid area). Discoloration of the hands, one hand colder than the other hand, weakness of the hand and arm muscles, and tingling are commonly present. [citation needed]

  6. Uvula - Wikipedia

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    An aphthous ulcer which has formed on the uvula can also cause swelling and discomfort. [11] If the swelling is caused by dehydration, drinking fluids may improve the condition. If the cause is a bacterial infection, gargling salt water may help. However, it can also be a sign of other problems.

  7. Why Is There Pain in My Left Arm, and Does It Signal ... - AOL

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    Left arm pain can happen after an injury or pinched nerve. But in some cases, it could be an early indicator of a heart problem. Here’s what you need to know.

  8. Upper respiratory tract infection - Wikipedia

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    Without involving the nose, pharyngitis inflames the pharynx, hypopharynx, uvula, and tonsils. Similarly, epiglottitis (supraglottitis) inflames the superior portion of the larynx and supraglottic area; laryngitis is in the larynx; laryngotracheitis is in the larynx, trachea, and subglottic area; and tracheitis is in the trachea and subglottic ...

  9. Müller's sign - Wikipedia

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    Müller's sign is the pulsation or bobbing of the uvula that occurs during systole. [1] It can be seen in patients with severe aortic insufficiency. Müller's sign is caused by an increased stroke volume. [citation needed] Müller's sign is named for Friedrich von Müller, a German physician. [citation needed]