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A member asked:

In the way back down on top of my tonge and i see very dark blood vessels is this normal?

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Yes, completely : You are looking at small varicose veins that are extremely common in the Tong both underneath it on the sides and behind. They are absolutely nothing to worry about.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/4/2017

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