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A member asked:

Tonsils/adenoids removed dec 2013. healed well since. woke up with slightly sore throat uvula is swollen and red like it was when i had surgery. ???

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Infection: Many infections cause swollen uvula and sore throat. Most are viral in nature. If you are having a large amount of pain or difficulty swallowing, see a doctor.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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