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Pigmentation/Black marks on tongue

2022-02-20 05:39:50
Previously marks are not noticeable, now its spreading completely. Please suggest any treatment or medicines?
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Black tongue usually occurs due to a buildup of the protein keratin on the tongue's surface. However, an overgrowth of bacteria or fungi within the mouth can also cause the tongue to appear black.
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Black tongue is temporary and tends to clear up without treatment. Anti fungal medicine Antibiotics Povidine iodine gurgle

Answered2022-02-20 06:16:52

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