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What causes inside of your cheek to swell? i have a noticeable red swelling inside my right cheek that is painful. i don't remember biting it. did have a cough drop on that side. what can i do?

Q: what causes inside of your cheek to swell? i have a noticeable red swelling inside my right cheek that is painful. i don't remember biting it. did have a cough drop on that side. what can i do?

: Sudden onset of red painful swollen area on the inner cheek can have several causes. The most likely are an apthus ulcer , an ulcer caused by trauma to the area or a salivary duct stone . Seeing a primary care physician in person or a HealthTap video consult should give you appropriate diagnosis and treatment.

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Sudden onset of red painful swollen area on the inner cheek can have several causes. The most likely are an apthus ulcer , an ulcer caused by trauma to the area or a salivary duct stone . Seeing a primary care physician in person or a HealthTap video consult should give you appropriate diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 10/30/2022

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A member asked:

What causes inside of your cheek to swell? i have a noticeable red swelling inside my right cheek that is painful. i don't remember biting it. did have a cough drop on that side. what can i do?

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

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