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Hello, i have a very sharp pain on the left side of my tongue that started about an hour ago. i don't see any sign of anything on it. what could it be?

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Ans: Well did you burn your tongue or eat something irritating. Need more history here. Give it a few day if not improved see your doctor

Answered 8/27/2015

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