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6 to 8 weeks swollen lump under the side of tongue. a bit hard with two whiteheads and is not healing. 1/2 inch lenght, painful, nonsmoker/drinker?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

See oral surgeon: Or ENT. Most likely a benign bite fibroma, but exam by an expert is crucial because other things occur.

Dr Brownstein agreed

Answered 3/1/2016

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A member asked:

6 to 8 weeks swollen lump under the side of tongue. a bit hard with two whiteheads and is not healing. 1/2 inch lenght, painful, nonsmoker/drinker?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr Brownstein agreed

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