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Black spots on tongue
Hello doctor
I have black spots on my tongue.
No itching, burning sensation but when I just checked my tongue found it
I have attached the photos for reference
Please let me know what is it and should I be concerned
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Helo mam,
Please dont be concerned , this is a normal condition as per user discription and image
It is called melanin hyperpigmentation. Its quite normal
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Its normal condition , nothing to be afraid
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Thank you for your concern , it is melanin hyperpigmentation do not worry about it .
Some time it appears due to hormonal changes.
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I recommend you kindly maintain oral hygiene properly
If any changes in size or any problem visit dentist.
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It looks like melanin hyper pigmentation. If asymptomatic, not to worry. If it increase in size or any variation, only then to be worried. Maintain good oral hygiene, scrape your tongue daily.
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routine dental visit every 6 months
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They may be hyperpigmentation of the tounge .most of the times they are harmless.it can be treated with laser. You may consult an oral pathologist.
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Dr. Inavolu Shamini
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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It is just pigmentation. There’s nothing to worry.
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Dr. Kawaljeetsingh Hoda
Dentist
2 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Diagnosis: Melanin Pigmentation
More commen in females
Reason: Due to Hyper pigmentation
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Visit a dentist for a clinical examination. Looks like pigmentation spots.
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Dr. Sharwari Pawale
Dental Surgeon
5 yrs exp
Pune
Hello
The spots may be due to melanin pigmentation
Nothing to worry
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