The small tongue in the pharynx is clinically known as the uvula, and the swelling time of the uvula after tonsillectomy is usually about 3~7 days.
1. The uvula is located in the middle of the pharynx, the tissue is relatively loose, when the bilateral tonsillectomy surgery, the surgical process, the relevant instruments will touch it, a little stimulation will cause edema of the uvula, the operation lasts a short period of time, the general 3~5 days will gradually reduce swelling.
2. When the surgery lasts for a longer period of time, the swelling of the uvula is obvious and the recovery may be slower or take about 7 days.
When there is discomfort in the swelling of the uvula after tonsil surgery, it is recommended that the necessary treatment be carried out under the guidance of a specialized doctor.