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I somehow bit, possibly injured the inside bottom of my lip did not pay attention to it for 3days then a white film grew over is it normal or cancer?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Normal: This is an aphtha or other necrotizing lesion. It hurts but will heal fine. If no healing in 2 weeks, a physician's office visit is in order.

Answered 9/10/2013

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Dr. Steve Martinez answered

Specializes in Breast Surgery

Wait: The white film should slough off within a week. If the plaque persists beyond this time, it would be practical to have it evaluated by your doctor.

Answered 6/15/2014

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