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Brown pigmentation on tongue

2024-11-23 08:56:09
A small part of my tongue seems to be changing color, purplish and brownish. I was a smoker for 5-6 years on and off and have now quit since one week. Noticed the color change today. Can it be something serious?
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Keep healthy diet No need to panic at present
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stop smoking
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eat healthy diet and plenty of water

Answered2024-11-25 04:55:07

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Vitamin supplements you can take. Looks like melanoplakic changes. Nothing to worry

Answered2024-11-26 06:38:02

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Nothing serious. Healthy dietary habits.

Answered2024-11-25 14:04:20

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Lifestyle habits

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