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I'm 18, i felt my tongue feels like there is a little lump inside of it. doesn't hurt and it moves. i have a sore throat too. badly. cancer ??

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Need to examine: It is very unlikely that you have cancer, however, it is not feasible to say what the lesion is without examining you in-person. It would be prudent to consult your doctor.

Dr Arnoult agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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