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Pea-sized lump under chin, now starting to show on the outside. sores in back of mouth, maybe canker, trouble swallowing. do i have cancer?
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Exceedingly unlikely: You probably have an infection and the small bump is a lymph node signifying your body responding to the infection.
Answered 10/29/2016
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Highly unlikely: Sounds like an infection. Consult your primary care.
Answered 8/26/2015
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