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Small whitish spot under tongue, back left. very painful when moving the tongue around or swallowing.

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Dr. Mark Loury answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Probable aphthous ul: An aphthous ulcer is shallow with a central whitish depression with red rim and usually occur on the mouth lining not attached to bony mouth structures. They typically last 7-10 days. Antibiotics or antiviral a don't help but they last less long with topical steroid creams. If it lasts longer than three weeks see ent.

Answered 1/9/2019

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Dr. Ron E. Bell answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Do not wait : The lesion could be benign. But the location is of utmost concern as that is a primary location for oral cancer. See a dentist asap for a diagnosis and possible biopsy. The good thing is that cancer may not be painful. Many dentists refer to oral surgeons for a second opinion.

Answered 11/28/2013

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