Common "Ranula" queries answered by top doctors | iCliniq

Ranula

Ranula is a cyst formed by a blocked salivary gland in the mouth. It is commonly found on the floor of the mouth and varies in size. If it is a simple one, it remains confined to the sublingual gland. Another type of ranula is called plunging ranula. It occurs when a simple ranula ruptures. But it also occurs due to trauma in the floor of the mouth. The other cause is unknown. It is treated by laser ablation and cryosurgery either alone or with marsupialization.

Recently Answered Questions Recently Answered Questions

All the answers published in this website are written by verified medical doctors, therapists and health experts. The Content has been moderated by iCliniq medical review team before publication. Post your medical clarifications on iCliniq by choosing the right specialty and get them answered. Your medical queries will be answered 24/7 by top doctors from iCliniq.

I have a moveable lump on the floor of the mouth near the lower front teeth. What could it be?

Query: Hello doctor, I was not brushing my teeth regularly, and I felt two small hard movable lumps at the base or floor of my mouth where the tongue meets the front two teeth. I do not drink or smoke. Am I at risk of oral cancer? The small lumps are not painful unless pressed very hard with the tongue. I ...  Read Full »


Dr. Bhargav Reddy Gutha

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Upon review, these were the findings: a) Two swellings with respect to lower left and right central incisors. b) Poor oral hygiene. The provisional diagnosis could be pyogenic granuloma or chronic generalized gingivitis. It could also be a ranula. Elaborately the...  Read Full »

I have a lump or a bubble under my tongue. Is it worrisome?

Query: Hello doctor, I think that I have developed some kind of a lump or a bubble overnight under my tongue. I am just wondering whether I should be concerned or not. It has not happened overnight but I only noticed it this morning however I could be wrong.  Read Full »


Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. If the lump is big enough to be held by your finger when you palpate physically, it may need a biopsy. However, from the photo that you have shared (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), it looks like a common ranula to me. If...  Read Full »

ask-doctor-img Ask a Doctor Online

* Your first query consult is free!

Search for a Health Issue



Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.