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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And A Bump On The Tongue
Question: I bit my toungue very hard. It is slightly swollen with a little bump on one side. I think I re-injure it at night while I sleep.
Brief Answer:
The wound will heal in a few days
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The bump and swelling seem to be due to the result of tongue bite. The wound will heal itself in 4 to 5 days.
Meanwhile, you can continue to apply ice, have cool foods, suck on ice-pops. Apply numbing cream like Orajel if the pain is bothersome. Avoid spicy food. In case you experience repeated tongue biting, I'd suggest following up with your dentist for a dental check-up.
Hope this answers your question.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal, General & Family Physician
The wound will heal in a few days
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The bump and swelling seem to be due to the result of tongue bite. The wound will heal itself in 4 to 5 days.
Meanwhile, you can continue to apply ice, have cool foods, suck on ice-pops. Apply numbing cream like Orajel if the pain is bothersome. Avoid spicy food. In case you experience repeated tongue biting, I'd suggest following up with your dentist for a dental check-up.
Hope this answers your question.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal, General & Family Physician
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