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I have a bump on the back right side of my tongue that is painless and not unusually colored (a little red. i'm 21 and a non-smoker (also rarely drink?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

More information: Jake how long have you had this lump? Has it changed in size or shape? You need to give a better history. If the lesions does not improve or it worsens then you must see your doctor and perhaps have a biopsy

Answered 2/1/2016

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A member asked:

I have a bump on the back right side of my tongue that is painless and not unusually colored (a little red. i'm 21 and a non-smoker (also rarely drink?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

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