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What Does A White Bump On Tongue Of An Infant Indicate?
Hi there, I have a very healthy/happy (most of the time) 5 1/2 month old baby boy. I have discovered a translucent whitish round ball like a pearl under his tounge. I have taken him to our GP who didn t want to upset him by taking a look, but I am concerned!! Any ideas?
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As per your complain a translucent whitish bump under the tongue of an infant seems to be most probably due to formation of a Mucocele that occurs due to ruptured duct of minor salivary gland leading to accumulation of mucous into the soft tissues leading to formation of a translucent lump..
It is a painless and harmless condition and will resolve gradually on its own..
But in case if the lump does not shows signs of regression in 15 days, consult a Pedodontist and get evaluated..
Hope this information helps..
Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Does A White Bump On Tongue Of An Infant Indicate?
Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand.. As per your complain a translucent whitish bump under the tongue of an infant seems to be most probably due to formation of a Mucocele that occurs due to ruptured duct of minor salivary gland leading to accumulation of mucous into the soft tissues leading to formation of a translucent lump.. It is a painless and harmless condition and will resolve gradually on its own.. But in case if the lump does not shows signs of regression in 15 days, consult a Pedodontist and get evaluated.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.