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The soft palate (not gum) on the back next to my last molar has more red veins & hurt a little when my tongue touches the area.wt could be the causes?
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Palate Irritation: Good Day; Consider a hot food ( pizza burn) or an occasional cold sore. If there is no improvement after a few days contact your dentist.
Answered 5/24/2017
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Soft tissue: Can be irritated by a burn, infection, lesion, trauma, etc. Please make an appointment with your Dentist to,examine the area.
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