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I have what seems to be skin tag on my tongue. its white and small, does not hurt, does not bleed. more just irritation could this just be a swollen tastebud? is there something i should specifically watch for with this. less than a week with this.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Tongue lesion: This may be a papilloma( which is benign) of the tongue which will not recede. If this lesion persists,consult an oral surgeon or Otolaryngologist for evaluation and advice.

Answered 3/22/2020

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A member asked:

I have what seems to be skin tag on my tongue. its white and small, does not hurt, does not bleed. more just irritation could this just be a swollen tastebud? is there something i should specifically watch for with this. less than a week with this.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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