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

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    A swollen uvula (aka uvulitis) can have various causes, but isn't common. From viral infections to snoring, doctors share the possible reasons your uvula is swollen. 10 Reasons You Should Never ...

  3. Transient lingual papillitis - Wikipedia

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    Transient lingual papillitis is generally diagnosed based on patient presentation, meaning where it is located in the mouth and how big the bump is. [8] The visual presentation can also accompany various signs and symptoms such as difficulty eating, having a "strawberry tongue", increased saliva production, and a burning or tingling sensation. [9]

  4. Glossitis - Wikipedia

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    Iron-deficiency anemia is mainly caused by blood loss, such as may occur during menses or gastrointestinal hemorrhage.This often results in a depapilled, atrophic glossitis, giving the tongue a bald and shiny appearance, along with pallor (paleness) of the lips and other mucous membranes a tendency towards recurrent oral ulceration, [6] and cheilosis (swelling of the lips). [7]

  5. 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.

  6. How Your Swollen Tongue Could Be Signaling a Major Health Problem

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    From thyroid problems to allergic reactions to serious infections, here are all the causes of a swollen tongue, doctors say. Plus, how to tell if you should worry.

  7. Ludwig's angina - Wikipedia

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    Swelling in the submandibular area in a person with Ludwig's angina. Specialty: Otorhinolaryngology, oral and maxillofacial surgery Symptoms: Fever, pain, a raised tongue, trouble swallowing, neck swelling [1] Complications: Airway compromise [1] Usual onset: Rapid [1] Risk factors: Dental infection [1] Diagnostic method: Based on symptoms and ...

  8. Neck-tongue syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Neck-tongue syndrome (NTS), which was first recorded in 1980, [1] is a rare disorder characterized by neck pain with or without tingling and numbness of the tongue on the same side as the neck pain. [2] Sharp lateral movement of the head triggers the pain, usually lasting from a few seconds to a few minutes. Headaches may occur with the onset ...

  9. Epiglottitis - Wikipedia

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    Epiglottitis is the inflammation of the epiglottis—the flap at the base of the tongue that prevents food entering the trachea (windpipe). [7] Symptoms are usually rapid in onset and include trouble swallowing which can result in drooling, changes to the voice, fever, and an increased breathing rate.