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Back left side of my tongue and throat are unbearably painful. what can be done for the pain?

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Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

See a dentist ASAP!: This is not a question that can be answered definitively on this site. You need to see a dentist immediately for a proper examination and diagnosis of the problem. Please don't wait.

Answered 1/30/2013

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Infection?????: You might have a throat infection. It needs to be checked by an ENT or your dentist how long is it been painful?

Answered 7/18/2014

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