Question 1

i have 3 dark purple spots that look like blood blisters  on my lingual tonsils, should i worry this is cancer? have had a sore throat for 3 weeks.

Accepted Answer

No: The tonsils are subject to a great deal of inflammation under certaincirdcumstances.  Where there are the occassional cases of malignancy developing it is either from squamous malignancy or lymphoma.  Neither present as hemmorhagic areas.  The latter can occur when there is some bleeding into the tonsil because of proximity to the underlying intermal caroltid artery.  Warm gargles should help.

Question 2

something that looks like a small blood blister appeared under my eye a few months ago and is still there. could it be cancer?

Accepted Answer

It can be if it grow: Any pigmented lesions on the skin are suspect for Cancer when they are new, if they are growing in size or changing in their color, shape and size.If you want to take good care of yourself, you should show it to your dermatologist or to your family doctor soon.

Question 3

can a blood blister look like cancer?

Accepted Answer

Melanoma: We worry about melanoma, a skin lesion should be checked out.

Question 4

i have a mole on my back that has started bleeding on its own, it's now formed what looks like a blood blister over it, could it be cancer?

Accepted Answer

Go to see derm: You should go to see a dermaologist and have that mole removed. Bleeding on the mole by itself would be one of the symptoms of cancerous mole. Make an appointment as soon as possible and have that mole checked and removed. Don't delay. Good luck.

Question 5

is a red blister inside my cheek a blood blister or cancer?

Accepted Answer

Blood blister: If it hasn't been there for more than a few weeks and it's in an area where you can accidentally bite your cheek, it's a blood blister.  Keep an eye on it. If it doesn't go away after a few weeks, see a doctor or dentist.

Question 6

i have had a dark red raised bump on my back for about 2 months -  looks like a combination of a pimple and blood blister. could this be skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Skin lesion: Any lesion on the skin that has increased in size or changed in appearance should be evaluated by your doctor.  If it has changed it should be removed.

Question 7

spit up little blood slight cough constant burping when i drink fluids not sure if im having trouble swallowing crackling in mouth. cancer? i hope not

Accepted Answer

I doubt cancer: Difficult to diagnose without an examination.  Best to be seen by your physician or dentist.

Question 8

how long for blood blister in mouth to heal?

Accepted Answer

BLOOD BLISTER MOUTH: THIS WILL DEPEND ON a NUMBER OF THINGS:
HOW LONG HAS IT BEEN THERE?
HOW LARGE IS IT?
ONLY ONE BLISTER?
DOES IT HURT?
DO YOU REMEMBER BITING IT?
WHERE IN THE MOUTH EXACTLY?
DO YOU TAKE ANY MEDICATIONS?
IF IT PERSISTS, PLEASE SEE YOUR PCP OR A DERMATOLOGIST.
BEST LUCK.

Question 9

i found a painless blood blister in mouth on my left cheek, should i worry to much if it's not causing any irritation?

Accepted Answer

NOT: to worry...you probably bit your cheek (unknowingly) If other blood blisters occur check it out with your Dentist..a sharp tooth edge/broken filling may be the culprit!
Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 10

what is the fastest way to get rid of a blood blister on the roof of your mouth?

Accepted Answer

See MD or dentist: Gargle salt water to prevent infections until you go to your dentist.

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I have 3 dark purple spots that look like blood blisters on my lingual tonsils, should i worry this is cancer? have had a sore throat for 3 weeks.

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Something that looks like a small blood blister appeared under my eye a few months ago and is still there. could it be cancer?

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Can a blood blister look like cancer?

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I have a mole on my back that has started bleeding on its own, it's now formed what looks like a blood blister over it, could it be cancer?

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Is a red blister inside my cheek a blood blister or cancer?

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I have had a dark red raised bump on my back for about 2 months - looks like a combination of a pimple and blood blister. could this be skin cancer?

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Spit up little blood slight cough constant burping when i drink fluids not sure if im having trouble swallowing crackling in mouth. cancer? i hope not

A member asked:

How long for blood blister in mouth to heal?

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I found a painless blood blister in mouth on my left cheek, should i worry to much if it's not causing any irritation?

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What is the fastest way to get rid of a blood blister on the roof of your mouth?

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