Question 1

hard, painful lump in the middle portion of tongue for 3 days. should i be concerned at all?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Hard, painful lumps in the middle of the tongue are not part of your normal anatomy. Your post did not say how long you have this, whether your tongue was traumatized, or if it is at the surface or deep in the tissue. In any event, it should be examined by an oral surgeon to determine if it needs further treatment. Call your local dentist for a referral.

Question 2

hard painful lump on top of tongue in the back about the size of a dime. can't see it, not red but can feel it. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Have it checked ASAP: It could be a wide range of things from a burn or irritation to a fungal or other infection. these are the most common. However, a scary possibility is a tumor.

Question 3

i have a painful hard lump that appeared inside of my tongue, it's probably nickel sized. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

: Do you recall any trauma to your tongue?  Was there a blister like area before the lump appeared? If so it could be a herpes lesion. A growth is a less likely possibility. I recommend consulting an oral surgeon or ENT specialist for evaluation &amp; advice.

Question 4

my three year old son has a large hard bulge inside and in the middle of his tongue. looks like a mass. not very painful .

Accepted Answer

Ranula: Most likely he has a mucus cyst ranula , not a serious condition , if it enlarges may interfere speech patron of the child , best option simple surgical procedure . Speak to his pediatrician for referral  .

Question 5

i have noticed my tongue has become swollen over the past 3 days and it is quite painful. there is a large, hard lump inside my tongue which is tender?

Accepted Answer

Please see a doctor: Swollen tongue could be serious , please go and see a doctor asap.

Question 6

6 to 8 weeks swollen lump  under the side of tongue. a bit hard with two whiteheads and is not healing. 1/2 inch lenght, painful, nonsmoker/drinker?

Accepted Answer

See oral surgeon: Or ENT. Most likely a benign bite fibroma, but exam by an expert is crucial because other things occur.

Question 7

i have a hard lump on the inside of my mouth under my tongue against my jaw bone what could it be its not painful its white in colour ?

Accepted Answer

Mandibular torus: Probably a torus, a benign bone growth.  See your Dentist to make sure.

Question 8

what is this hard painful lump at the back of the roof of my mouth?

Accepted Answer

Lots of things: Therefore, you need to be seen by your own dentist who can determine the cause of that hard painful lump and then suggest appropriate treatment if necessary. Merely giving you a list of possibilities is not helpful in any way.

Question 9

i have a hard painful lump of the roof of my mouth i have had this about three days and when i tried to pop it with a  pin it just bled ?

Accepted Answer

See a DR: And do not stick any more pins in it. Not possible to know what this is without an exam.

Question 10

i have a hard lump where the hallow of my cheekbone is, close to my ear. i cant move the lump, it is painful. it is hard to open my mouth?

Accepted Answer

TMJ: It could be acute arthritis of the temporomandibular joint.  Other possibilities include a lymph node or swelling of the parotid gland.

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Hard painful lump in tongue

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Hard, painful lump in the middle portion of tongue for 3 days. should i be concerned at all?

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Hard painful lump on top of tongue in the back about the size of a dime. can't see it, not red but can feel it. what could this be?

A member asked:

I have a painful hard lump that appeared inside of my tongue, it's probably nickel sized. what could this be?

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My three year old son has a large hard bulge inside and in the middle of his tongue. looks like a mass. not very painful .

A member asked:

I have noticed my tongue has become swollen over the past 3 days and it is quite painful. there is a large, hard lump inside my tongue which is tender?

A member asked:

6 to 8 weeks swollen lump under the side of tongue. a bit hard with two whiteheads and is not healing. 1/2 inch lenght, painful, nonsmoker/drinker?

A member asked:

I have a hard lump on the inside of my mouth under my tongue against my jaw bone what could it be its not painful its white in colour ?

A member asked:

What is this hard painful lump at the back of the roof of my mouth?

A member asked:

I have a hard painful lump of the roof of my mouth i have had this about three days and when i tried to pop it with a pin it just bled ?

A member asked:

I have a hard lump where the hallow of my cheekbone is, close to my ear. i cant move the lump, it is painful. it is hard to open my mouth?

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