Oral mucocele
Also called: mucous cyst
A noncancerous cyst-like space in the mouth that contains mucus.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging rarely required
- Medium-term: resolves within months
Lip biting and trauma to the face or mouth are common causes. Oral mucocele are seen most frequently in people younger than age 20.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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