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A 29-year-old female asked:

1 sore spot on side of throat and on back of tongue on same side. hurts to turn head, swallow, and yawn. what are some possibilities?

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Dr. Louis Galliaanswered

Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial 47 years experience

Canker sore: If new, likely canker sore. Treat with OTC meds and saline gargles. If persist beyond a week see oral surgeon or ENT for exam.

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