You can gargle with warm salt water up to three times a day, just be sure not to swallow the salt water. Too much salt in your body can cause other issues.
You can look for sugar-free throat lozenges in stores - it’s usually pretty clearly marked on the front of the bag or box if lozenges are sugar-free. These are great if you’re feeling ill but have other health concerns like diabetes.
Herbal tea is especially good for healing sore throats. Chamomile tea with a bit of honey will work well to relieve some of your pain. You can also try a homemade cinnamon tea for soothing your throat. Mix 10 grams each of slippery elm bark and marshmallow root, 8 grams of dried cinnamon chips, 5 grams of dried orange peel, and 3 whole cloves in 3 cups (24 ounces) of water and simmer it for 20 minutes. Strain off the herbs and add a bit of honey if you like. You should drink all of the tea within 36 hours.
Your doctor might need to take a swab of your throat to fully diagnose what’s causing your swollen uvula. Relax your throat as much as possible – try not to tense up at all – and it should be relatively easy to get through.
If you’re having a hard time swallowing and breathing, contact your doctor immediately.
If you have a fever, see your doctor immediately. A fever can indicate something much more serious is wrong, and fevers - even slight ones - in children can be very dangerous.
If that doesn’t work, and your uvula continues to swell, see a doctor.
