ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE PARISH BEREAVEMENT COMMITTEE GUIDELINES. The purpose of the Committee is to directly express the parishâs sympathy by offering support at the time of death of a family member. This service is extended to all members of the community in the event of the death of an immediate family member.
Uvulitis is not a life-threatening disease and it should go away in a few days. Usually, doctors would point out that the case of a swollen uvula can be one of the many things: 1  Dehydration.  Viral or bacterial infection. This is the most common cause of swollen uvula. This is an indicative that a harmful microorganism was about to enter either in the lungs of digestive tract.
Strep throat: As mentioned, strep throat is a common cause for the swelling of uvula, as it is an infection. Smoking: Smoking can cause a dry throat, which can cause uvulitis and also acts as an irritant and pollutant, increasing the risk of swollen uvula. Acid reflux and vomiting: Acid reflux and vomiting are irritants, which may lead to inflammation of the uvula.