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Discomfort, burning or ache in the tongue, often refered to as tongue sores, is called glossodynia. In some regions, it is also called glossalgia. See your doctor for more information or consult the Mayo Clinic website.
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What is the medical term meaning tongue-tie?
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What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of half of the tongue?
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What is the medical term meaning subglossal?
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The term bedsore is the common name for?
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What problems does the tongue have?
Sores everywhere and it looks like bubbles
What is the medical term meaning surgical incision into the trachea?
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what does Cancer look like?
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