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A member asked:

I found a knot on my gum. it is very painful! what could it be? i have never used any sort of tobacco.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Go to Urgent care: It could be many things but since I can't see you i can't make any suggestions except to see your family doctor or urgent care.

Answered 10/22/2014

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