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A member asked:
Why is the side of my tongue sore?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Did you bite it?: That's the most likely explanation i can think of... Did you have any recent dental work done etc?
Answered 1/23/2019
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Many causes: Did you bite your tongue? Wait a few days and see if the signs and symptoms go away. If not, see a doctor. Oral cancer can start under the lateral borders of the tongue.
Answered 4/8/2013
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Various reasons: Most common is tongue biting but it can also be an irritation from a fractured or chipped tooth that your tongue is rubbing against, or a lesion. Best to see a dentist to confirm what the problem is.
Answered 7/28/2015
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