Behind gums

[aqz]

Hi doc hope all is well just a quick question, this area on floor of mouth behind gums has felt slightly irritated for last few days. Ive noticed a tiny white spot is this something to be concerned about?

 

[honestdoc]

It may be an accumulation of mucous in the saliva duct. Usually the floor of the mouth heals quickly after mild trauma and irritation.

 

[aqz]

So is that an ulcer? Should it have healed by now? What should i do in meantime?

Thanks

 

[aqz]

@honestdoc

 

[honestdoc]

So is that an ulcer? Should it have healed by now? What should i do in meantime?

Thanks

No, it is not an ulcer. From this vantage point, I don't see anything unusual. Look and feel for any swelling. If no swelling, you are in the clear.

 

[aqz]

Ok, it just feels slightly irritated but not really swollen as such. When i rub tongue in that area feels slightly more raised then other side is that a concern? Is it cancerous?

 

[aqz]

@honestdoc i have been using difflam spray on a ulcer not far from this area could that be the cause?

 

[honestdoc]

I don't know the answer to the difflam spray and the reason you feel raised in the area. You shouldn't be feeling much now. The floor of the mouth heals quickly. Don't irritate it.