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Is your tongue suppose to hurt when having cold sores?
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It might : If the virus causing the cold sores infects the tongue it can hurt.
Answered 4/22/2017
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Usually: Cold sores irritate the soft tissues, and irritation = pain.
Answered 3/29/2013
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