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2023-11-21 14:59:59
I have a really white tongue . I have even attached a picture for the same. Moreover, there is persistent throat pain from past few days. Is it something serious?
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Need few more details Kindly consult

Answered2023-11-22 04:20:54

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Answered2023-11-21 21:44:28

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White tongue can occur due to a variety of diseases for which a detailed history and virtual examination is important... kindly connect so that I can help you further...take care
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meanwhile..you can do gargling with betadiene warm gargling which might help a little bit with your complaint...

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Doesn't look like coated tongue. If you can take proper treatment for sore throat it will suffice. Kindly consult on practo

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