Worried about spot on gum (Picture

[DAUNTE]

Anyone know what this is? It hurts a little, and seems to flair up and down for no reason.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It looks like an aphthous ulcer. They commonly occur on the tongue or on the inside of the mouth. I don’t think there’s much to worry about as they usually resolve over a period of time and you need to seek an opinion from your health care practitioner only if they don’t seem to heal. Taking Vitamin B complex capsules/ tablets is thought to be beneficial if they occur frequently.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[DAUNTE]

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[DAUNTE]

You can't post pictures? hmmm well it's a small clear/grey spot on my gum. not near the gum line, but lower.