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I used baby orajel on my tongue and it caused my mouth to swell and its hard to smile, move my lips and to lick my lips. should i call the doctor?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

See answer: If your tongue or throat seem swollen get to an ER. Any trouble breathing, call rescue squad. You may be having an allergic reaction. Call your Dr for advice or a poison control center.

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Answered 12/25/2015

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Allergic reaction: Important that this be treated immediately. Any airway swelling can proceed to the point of being dangerous. Please ER, Urgent Care, or SEE your Physician immediately.

Answered 12/25/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Visit ER/Urgent Care: If the swollen tongue is caused by a drug reaction, you must stop taking the medication and visit ER or Urgeny care for evaluation.

Dr Feola and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/27/2015

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