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Canker like sores on very back of tongue and lingual tonsil on one side for 2 days. no fever/ upper respiratory symptoms. very painful to swallow. ???
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Need exam : Sounds appropriate to call your primary care doctor for a proper evaluation. Ask of a referral to en ENT specialist is appropriate. Hope this helps!
Answered 7/13/2015
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Topical anesthetic: Most canker sores subside within 10 days. If they are too painful, topical anesthetic lozenges may be helpful. For more severe cases a Rx topic steroid paste may be used. If problem worsens , see doctor.
Answered 7/13/2015
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