A member asked:

I have a bump on my upper part of my mouth and once in a while a white bump shows up but i can pick it an it looks like puss? what should i do

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Bump on upper palate: May be mucous cyst with or without infection. They are usually benign . Sometimes if infected i treat with Amoxicillin. Sometimes hot foods or ingredients in tartar removing toothpaste can cause them . f/u/ w/ dentist

Answered 8/24/2016

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Dr. Carisa Hines answered

Specializes in Palliative Care

Bump on mouth: The next time you have this bump, take a picture and also try to get it evaluated. Anything that looks like pus should be seen by a physician, or in this case perhaps a dentist..

Answered 8/24/2016

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