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A member asked:

Yesterday the bottom of my tongue was swollen and red , today my neck is swollen what is going on ? can someone help me

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Dr. Michael Ein answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

See MD now: You need to go to the nearest emergency room immediately to be evaluated. You could have a serious infection in your mouth spreading to your neck.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 10/9/2013

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

ER NOW: Swelling under your tongue and neck can block your airway and cause a life threatening situation. Please seek help now.

Dr Sandler agreed

Answered 10/9/2013

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