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Can Allergy Be The Cause For Swollen Tongue Which Is Not Getting Cured?
Hi...Abiout 5 months ago i got a allergic reaction to something and had a rash and itching..now i stopped eating nuts and fish and everything is fine...but about 2 months ago i got a swollen tongue and it wont go away..just wondering if its caused buy the allergic reaction or not.. thanks Monica
Tue, 7 Jan 2014
hello. the tongue can swell up in an allergic reaction, but it will not be persistent for 2 months. please meet your doctor if you are having difficulty in swallowing or speaking!. if there is no trouble then i think you can wait and watch for another 2 weeks. thanks
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