A small bruise on my tongue.
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Hello, I am 15 years old male. I noticed a small bruise on my tongue looks black when I looked underneath my tongue it looks discolored on one side all purple looking very slightly sore what could this be? Can anyone help me with this?
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@jeet Hello, There are a number of lesions in the mouth They include: simple bruises, amalgam tattoos, or melanocytic nevi. Biting your tongue can cause a simple bruise to occur. These can be painful but will resolve within a few days. These lesions are often found on the gums, cheek, tongue, palate, or lips of people with amalgam fillings and are a result of metal particles becoming embedded in the tissue of the mouth. These lesions are benign but are permanent. Melanocytic nevi are “moles” that occur in the mouth. Therefore, you should see your primary care physician or your dentist have the area examined and determined. Thanks!