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Ulcer on tongue. been hurting 4 a month or so. if not cancerous, why is it still there? maybe rubbing molar? its painful and size of bb. im a wreck
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See doctor: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. Four months is a long time to put up with a painful ulcer in the mouth. It would be prudent to see your doctor.
Answered 7/11/2014
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