I've had a swollen uvula for almost a week now, and it's making me cough a lot because it keeps touching my tongue. Drinking hot tea helps a bit, but only for a short time. I'm in 10th standard, and this is making it really hard to read and study. What could be causing this, and what should I do to feel better?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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A high lymphocyte count (lymphocytosis) can be a normal response to infection, inflammation, or stress.

Given your:

Lymphocytes: 48% (slightly elevated)

Absolute Lymphocyte Count (ALC): 3312 (within normal range for many labs)

It's likely not a cause for concern. However, consult your doctor to:

Review your medical history

Discuss potential underlying causes

Determine if further testing is needed

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

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Answered 04/07/2025

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