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What Causes A Large Painful Hard Lump In My Cheek?
Question: For about week now I have had a large hard lump in my cheek. The dentist says no abcess, possible canker sore,but no sore on the gum. Very painful.
Brief Answer:
Probably cancer sore,follow the advice below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to cancer sore.
Canker sore initially appear as painful bumps on the check.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
-take anti-inflammatory medication for the pain such as ibuprofen 400 mg 3 times a day
-rinse the mouth with salty water
-Use an over-the-counter medicine, such as Milk of Magnesia to put on the area.
-In case you don't feel better consult your doctor for prescribed antibiotic medications.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have any other questions feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Probably cancer sore,follow the advice below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to cancer sore.
Canker sore initially appear as painful bumps on the check.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
-take anti-inflammatory medication for the pain such as ibuprofen 400 mg 3 times a day
-rinse the mouth with salty water
-Use an over-the-counter medicine, such as Milk of Magnesia to put on the area.
-In case you don't feel better consult your doctor for prescribed antibiotic medications.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have any other questions feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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