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I have a bump under my tongue that comes and goes. sometimes it hurts. what is it?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Blocked Duct ?: You may have a blocked salivary duct. Have your dentist take a look.

Answered 10/7/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Blockage, see DDS: Blockage makes saliva back up inside the duct, causing the salivary gland to swell. The treatment varies with the cause. See your dentist today.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/28/2015

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