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Why is it that every time i eat a banana i get these painful tiny sores in my mouth? how do i prevent this?

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Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Stop bananas.: It sounds like an allergy to bananas. Only thing to do is stay away from them.

Answered 2/8/2013

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