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Medical Conditions - Palate Swelling

Palatal swelling causes swelling on the palate. It can occur due to palatal torus, palatal abscess or cyst, minor salivary gland tumor, maxillary sinus tumor, or lymphoma.

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Why is my uvula swollen and touching my tongue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Your symptoms suggest mild uvulitis, which is inflammation and swelling of the uvula.

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Is a sore in the soft palate likely a fibroma or a cancer?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. After seeing the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity), the lesion looks like a fibroma.

What causes lumps with pus on the hard palate?

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Why does the bony swelling near the upper wisdom tooth hurt?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the picture you have enclosed (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) and the symptoms you have explained.

Why is there a small pea-sized bump on the hard palate?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw your query. I will help you solve the issue. I saw the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity) attached.

How to manage a recurrent injury in the roof of the mouth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I looked over the image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). The image is not clear.

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There is pain on the palate. Do I have Eagle syndrome?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You might be aware that Eagle syndrome is a condition where there is an elongation of the styloid process or calcification of the stylohyoid ligament.

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