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I don't have food allergies, or other allergies. how likely is it that my tongue will swell? afraid of tongue swelling. this fear came out of the blue.

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Dr. Elizabeth Yen
Dr. Elizabeth Yenanswered
Pediatric Gastroenterology 22 years experience
Unlikely: Angioedema of the tongue is rare outside of allergic responses. A psychiatrist can help if you suffer from many irrational fears.
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Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein
Dr. Jeffrey Goldsteinanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 35 years experience
Very unlikely.: Tongues do not swell without a cause and it sounds to me that you have no causative factors. This worry you have is therefore unfounded and if it continues you should consider some counseling to help dismiss this fear. Life is magnificent if you can allow yourself to see it!
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