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What is this dark red sore in my mouth?
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Dark red sore: You did not mention the duration of the lesion or if there was any trauma associated with the lesion etc. You should visit your dentist for an evaluation and anticipate the possibility of being referred to a pathologist.
Answered 9/28/2016
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More info: Size, location, duration, painful?
Answered 3/26/2013
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I have no clue!: Cant diagnose this without seeing it or seeing a good picture of it.
Answered 11/14/2012
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