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Mole like black spot on the side of my tongue. what could it be? should i be concerned?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Very: Get it seen now. Oral melanoma is rare but dangerous.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 7/25/2017

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A member asked:

Mole like black spot on the side of my tongue. what could it be? should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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