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Was brushing my tongue, went too far back, gagged and spat blood. why could be the cause?
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Accident: You probably merely scratch or bruised some oral tissue. I wouldn't be concerned. It should heal uneventfully on it's own. If not, see your dentist or ent.
Answered 2/12/2016
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