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I accidentely put the cigarette with the glow on my tounge. can my toung swell because of this? it was an accident, because i had it the wrong way.
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Yes But: It will heal if you burned your tongue. If no burn then no problem.
Answered 12/4/2013
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Yes, it can: You may have burned your tongue with the hot embers. It should heal on its own. Use ice chips to ease the pain.
Answered 12/6/2013
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