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Uvula touches tongue trouble swallowing lots of saliva breathing uncomfortable what could this be from ?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Needs exam: It's normal for the uvula to touch the tongue, but if you are having trouble swallowing, you need an examination. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including strep throat and viral sore throat (pharyngitis), among other causes.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 11/10/2017

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