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I have blood under my tongue, why?
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Dental exam needed: Possible source of bleeding could be gum tissue. Recommend seeing a dentist and having an exam done to determine source of bleeding.
Answered 1/14/2016
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Blood: Most likely from and injury to the area from food or spontaneous bleeding from severe gum disease;see your dentist.
Answered 9/12/2013
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