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The tip of my tongue is red and raised and it feels like a burning sensation. it's been more than two weeks and i still have it; could it be cancer?

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Dr. Myron Arlen answered

Not cancer: Cancer of the tongue is a result of smoking and drinking, presenting as an ulcerating lesion on the side of the tongue or posteriorly. It is not red, usually arising as leukoplaia. A red area on the tip of the tongue that is tender is most often and inflammed taste bud which should subside on its own.

Answered 12/29/2014

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A member asked:

The tip of my tongue is red and raised and it feels like a burning sensation. it's been more than two weeks and i still have it; could it be cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Myron Arlen answered

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