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Red Spot underneath Tongue
Today I noticed a red spot underneath my tongue, it's painless and bright red. Can anyone explain as to why this happened ... as it appeared just recently , I plan on monitoring it for next few days.
Ps - I have history of Smoking.
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The red spot under your tongue appears to be an ulcer, possibly caused by irritation, heat, or trauma. Can be secondary to viral infection also. Given your history of smoking, it is important to monitor it closely.
Next Steps
If the lesion does not improve within few days, or if you notice more spots, pain, or changes in size/appearance, please consult an ENT specialist for a proper evaluation.
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Here’s what you can do for now:
Avoid hot fluids, spicy or acidic foods.
Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
Reduce or stop smoking and alcohol as they can delay healing.
Maintain good oral hygiene.
Take care.
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If it’s persists for long time , better to get a biopsy done
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Looks like a small hemorrhage due to some trauma. While brushing maybe. Or a small hemangioma.
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keep a watch. look for increase in size
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Hello , this could be due mild erosion of your mucosa , causing a ulcer like picture .
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You can wait n watch for 2-3 days
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If bleeds or causes burning sensation , kindly consult
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Dr. Himani Gupta
Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
8 yrs exp
Guwahati
Nothing seems to be worried about
It could be because of trauma during brushing your teeth/
Could be hot cigarette kept underneath tongue/ trauma due to constantly touching with your finger
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Monitor for next 2 days …. Apply zytee lotion by then!!
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Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Udaipur
Hi, I am Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat MS ENT
Thanks for sharing the concern and the image. Based on what you’ve described and from the visual, the red spot under the tongue could be due to several common causes:
1. Traumatic Ulcer or Minor Injury
2. Dilated Submucosal Vessel / Capillary Hemangioma
3. Irritation from Smoking
Next Steps
Monitor for the next 7–10 days
Consider a review with an ENT or oral medicine specialist if no improvement or if concerning signs appear
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If the spot increases in size
Becomes painful or bleeds spontaneously
Persists beyond 2 weeks with no change
Develops white patches or ulceration
You notice weight loss, neck lumps, or voice changes
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Dr. Jaimini Thakkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Anand
It looks like ulcer because of trauma or irritation.
Kenacort paste for local application
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