A member asked:

Why is the left side of my tongue sore? when i swallow my throat and left ear hurts.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Sewa Legha answered

It depends: If you hvae an ulcer on the tongue, it could be a cancur sore which usually heal within 7-10 days. Take some tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain relief. If the pain persists and if you see an ulcer which is not healed in 2-3 weeks, you need to get an examination by your doctor.

Dr Patel agreed

Answered 3/30/2013

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Dr. John Comisi answered

Specializes in Dentistry

See your doctor: It sounds like there could be some type of infection going on. Please get examined and treated by your doctor as soon as you can.

Answered 1/30/2017

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A member asked:

Why is the left side of my tongue sore? when i swallow my throat and left ear hurts.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Sewa Legha answered

Dr Patel agreed

Dr. John Comisi answered

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