Hello Doctor, My grandma just showed me a huge blood at the right bottom side of her tongue , it is as big as a peanut and it looks really uncomfortable. Do you know the seriousness of this and what could this be? Should we take her to the ER or just wait and take her to the doctor tomorrow? is there a home remedy for this?What is this blood clot?
Hello there, this type of swelling is a muscle, cystic swelling called manual. It is fluctuant swelling caused by rupturing of sublingual salivary glands. It is a painless condition, but secondary infection may lead to pain so visit an oral surgeon soon and get the entire lump excised along with the involved salivary gland. Improper removal of cystic lining may lead to recurrence. I hope I added to your knowledge. All the best.