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A member asked:

I have elongated toung doctor told me she sees no signs of infection or swelling this started almost 4 months ago it got long now i gag and stuck in ?

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Uncertain - genetic: I'm not certain why you have the elongated tongue, but the physician who is best to clarify this is an Ear, nose and throat – ENT physician.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 4/1/2019

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