A member asked:

I have a swollen tongue with lumps should u go to hospital?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Doctor's office 1st: I would first go to the doctor's office and have it checked. I t may not need any type of hospital setting, just possibly a swab or biopsy in the office depending on the history and severity.

Dr Achong and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/31/2014

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Dr. Reena Gupta answered

Yes: Please see get evaluated by your dr..Could be lot of different causes.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/25/2013

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A member asked:

I have a swollen tongue with lumps should u go to hospital?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Dr Achong and another doctor agreed

Dr. Reena Gupta answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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