Mouth Problems, Non-injury
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you have problems chewing, swallowing, or moving your tongue?
See significance of problems chewing, swallowing, or moving your tongue if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Do you have sudden problems chewing or moving your tongue?
Yes Is your baby having problems swallowing or unwilling or unable to eat?
Yes Do you have severe problems swallowing with mild difficulty breathing?
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Are you having unexplained moderate problems chewing or swallowing?
Yes Are you having unexplained moderate problems moving your tongue?
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Have you had mild problems chewing, swallowing, or moving your tongue for longer than 2 weeks?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: December 4, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Steven K. Patterson, BSc, DDS, MPH - Dentist | |
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