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Mouth Diseases |
Tiny bumps in my mouth08/09/2007 |
For about 4 or 5 days I have had little tiny red bumps in my mouth (on cheeks and roof of mouth), which feel strange and sometimes burn when I eat. I have CLL and wonder if it is something I should be concerned about. The only thing I`ve done differently lately is that I started taking alpha lipoic acid (only about 3 pills total) but then stopped. Could it be a reaction to that? Thank you very much.
What you are describing does not sound serious and probably does not represent a reaction to the alpha lipoic acid. Depending on the size and distribution of the bumps, they could represent a mild viral infection or possibly mild inflammation of some of the minor salivary (spit) glands that can be found in these areas. At this point, I would suggest that you avoid spicy and hot drinks/foods that might irritate these bumps. Should they persist for more than a week without improvement, become larger or more numerous, you should see your dentist or a dental specialist for a first-hand diagnosis and treatment if needed.
Good luck!
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John R Kalmar, DMD, PhD Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Graduate Studies Dental Faculty Practice Section of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology College of Dentistry The Ohio State University |
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