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Right back side of tonge is a little bigger/firmer than the left. it doesn't hurt and it's squishy when pressed. nothing to see. could it be cancer?.

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Always like this?: If it is, chances are that you were born with a little lymphangioma inside it. It's a non-problem. Ask your physician to have a look.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 11/2/2015

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A member asked:

Right back side of tonge is a little bigger/firmer than the left. it doesn't hurt and it's squishy when pressed. nothing to see. could it be cancer?.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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