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Confused with tongue issue
Hi from 3rd Aug i started facing this issue in my tongue.their are some patches with smooth center.by 8th Aug it too many patches but then suddenly it started reducing but now from yesterday again i am seeing same.went to ent and OMFS both told different thing.Ent told-geo tongue and lichen planus,he mentioned its non cancerous not to worry.where as OMFS told its more like geo tongue.pls help what i should believe its very concerning for me.attaching pic for reference.
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Looks like it is geographic tongue Which can be only confirmed after biopsy
Please visit the oral and maxillofacial surgeon for further diagnosis and treatment plan
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These lesions seem to be like geographical tongue.
However, exact diagnosis can be made only after biopsy, which doesn't seem to be necessary at this point, since there are no other symptoms.
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Nothing to worry as of now.
But in case you feel the lesson spreading to other parts of the mouth (inner lips or cheek) or feel any burning sensation do visit an oral pathologist or oral medicine specialist.
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The pictures are consistent with the diagnosis of Geographic tongue unless ruled otherwise.
Geographic tongue can be precipitated by stress, hormonal changes ,nutritional deficiencies like Vit B12/B 6,Zinc etc
Usually is self correcting .If symptomatic ask OMFS to prescribe medication
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Avoid Spicy/acidic food ,Rinse mouth after meals
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You may consult an oral pathologist ....even OMFS surgeons are expert in diagnosing such lesions.geo tounge , lichen planus and candidiasis are lesions which appear similar .
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