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What causes painless bumps in the side of the cheeks and a lining on the cheeks?and flu always?

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Dr. James Rochester answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Several causes: blocked ducts most common. Kind of like pimple inside of mouth. Should resolve in a week or two. If not, get bigger, painful, need evaluation. Hope this was helpful. Best of luck. Dr. R

Answered 4/23/2015

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