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Sore Tongue – Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

4 Symptoms of Sore Tongue

Swelling

One of the most common symptoms of a sore tongue is swelling. This is caused when you bite or burn your tongue, which affects some underlying nerves of this part. In most cases, the problem usually is not serious and would resolve itself quickly. But when it is triggered by an infection or inflammation, consider seeking medical treatments. Otherwise, the swollen area might spread and worsen the symptom. You can also take some painkillers or similar drugs to seek temporary relief. [7]