Question 1

what is the area under the tongue called and why would it be swollen?

Accepted Answer

Floor of mouth: The most prominent structure in the floor of the mouth is the openings to the ducts for the submandibular glands.  Sometimes the saliva glands can get infected or obstructed with a stone and swell.  This is most common with dehydration.  If painful or there is a lump there see an ent.  If slightly swollen could try increased fluid intake and sucking on hard candy.

Question 2

i ripped the skin under my tongue on the right side i believe it's called plica fimbriata it hurts to the point i can barely eat will it heal itself?

Accepted Answer

Generally yes: the mouth and structures have regular trauma and heal quickly

Question 3

i have sores under my tongue and sores i call gum boils inside my bottom lip so painful for almost 2 weeks not going away and if onw nother forms?

Accepted Answer

Call your dentist or: Doctor to get relief. Your canker sores need to be treated and reduce your stress levels too. Eat less citrus (lemons, oranges). Gargle with saline. You may need a prescription to help them heal faster. So call your doctor and get it taken care of right away. So you can sleep and be out of pain. Tylenol and Motrin won't help much. Your sores must be treated. Call your doctor! Take care now.

Question 4

it looks like i have a canker sore on my frenulum (or at least i think that's what it's called), the strip right under my tongue. is this possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It's possible and very painful.  Canker sores go away within 7-10 days.  There are no very effective treatments that I've come across (and I've tried them all on myself and my patients!).  It's worth trying anbesol or other treatments to see if they might help you but don't be surprised if they don't.  The sores will go away on their own.

Question 5

hello, i have a weird thing underneath my tongue and it's red and painful at sometimes. it's at my tongue area called warton's ducts. help me please?

Accepted Answer

Salivary stone: It may be a salivary duct stone, in which case lemon drops or sour candy can enhance salivation and help clear it, but just in case it needs removal under local anesthesia or is another problem, please be examined by your dentist ASAP.

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Question 6

i think it's called the soft pallet. the skin flaps that attach to the tongue, when you stick your tongue out it moves too. can you strain that when you cough? i was eating and started coughing and now i have a small bump in this area?

Accepted Answer

: If you are referring to the underside of the tongue, the frenulum can get injured from rubbing against the teeth. Give it time, it will heal on its own.

Question 7

is it healthy to have bumps under the tongue?

Accepted Answer

Bumps under tongue: It all depends on what they are. They may be mucoceles, which are clear, fluid filled sacs that usually heal on their own. Or they may be canker sores or oral cancer.
If they have been there longer than 10 days, or if they are painful, you should have them examined by a dentist or oral surgeon.

Question 8

what is a specialist who takes care of the tongue called?

Accepted Answer

ENT: An ENT or an oral surgeon can help you with problems with your tongue.

Question 9

is liquid b-12 under the tongue every day as good as  b-12 shots once a month. ?

Accepted Answer

Good route: Vitamin B12 is water soluble. It is administered orally in tablets and on skin in creams. There is a tablet that can be taken sublingually(under tongue). I would address your concerns with your doctor to assure proper dosage.

Question 10

what does herpes look like under tongue or is it possible for it to be under the tongue

Accepted Answer

Probably not herpes: This is an unusual location for herpes. If you don't have painful sores, herpes is unlikely. See a doctor if you remain concerned.

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I ripped the skin under my tongue on the right side i believe it's called plica fimbriata it hurts to the point i can barely eat will it heal itself?

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I have sores under my tongue and sores i call gum boils inside my bottom lip so painful for almost 2 weeks not going away and if onw nother forms?

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It looks like i have a canker sore on my frenulum (or at least i think that's what it's called), the strip right under my tongue. is this possible?

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Hello, i have a weird thing underneath my tongue and it's red and painful at sometimes. it's at my tongue area called warton's ducts. help me please?

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I think it's called the soft pallet. the skin flaps that attach to the tongue, when you stick your tongue out it moves too. can you strain that when you cough? i was eating and started coughing and now i have a small bump in this area?

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Is it healthy to have bumps under the tongue?

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