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Can anyone please tell me what is this white patch on left side of tongue...i have attached a photo...

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Dr. Baisali Sarkar Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Kolkata

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White tongue is usually caused when bacteria, debris (like food and sugar) and dead cells get trapped between the papillae on the surface of your tongue. These string-like papillae then grow large and ... Read More

I am having the white patches on my tongue. It comes and goes and it has been more than three months now. I have been using Clotrimazole mouth paint for this. Any suggestions?

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Dr. Bindiya Bhaskar Oral Medicine and Radiology | Thiruvananthapuram

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It can be oral thrush. Antifungals has to be taken systemically. Maintain good oral hygiene. For prescription of medication you can consult through this. ... Read More

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I have white patches on my tongue since last couple of month. Is this reason for calcium or vitamin deficiency? Can you please suggest something?

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Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Bangalore

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there are various causes for whitish patches over tongue..commonly occurs after an episode of systemic infection such as viral fever or typhoid fever. other conditions which can cause patches include ... Read More

What does this white patch on tongue indicate ? Also there are cracks on tongue. Had fever yesterday now ok.

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Dr. Rahul Poddar Laparoscopic Surgeon | Ghaziabad

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It may mean vitamin deficiencies. In some Infections etc it can happen too. ... Read More

I am white patches on tongue. This is the third time within 3 months it has arrived. I have been using a mouth paint of clotrimazole.

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Dr. Sai Dhuri General Physician | Ratnagiri

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Need to consult for the same ... Read More

Hi from last 8 month I can see white patch on my tongue . I never smoke . Is it serious ? I am afraid after reading some articles about this.

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Dr. Amitkumar Rathi ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon | Nagpur

Hi As you said you don't smoke and you don't have any substance abuse then this patch is less likely to be a cancer. Hence to confirm this ot the nature of this you require to take a biopsy and then ... Read More

From last 4/5 month, I have a white patch on my tongue. I want to know the reason and remedy. Second thing, day by day I am becoming restless. Can you please help me on this?

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Dr. B K Madhusudan Homoeopath | Bangalore

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Madam I need more details to know what is wrong There are many causes for getting irritated. May be even hunger :-) You can consult me at Surabhi Speciality Homeopathy Gud day ... Read More

White patch on tongue No pain or irritation No issues in eating or chewing, what could be the cause ?

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Dr. Zoya Rasheed Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist | Bangalore

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Hello! More details required ... Read More

I have a single white patch on tongue. i ts seen more than 2 years approx. its left side of the tongue and small in size. Painless and not increasing in size.

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Dr. G Sameer Dentist | Hyderabad

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Do you have any habits? (like smoking, chewing areca nut, etc. ) In any case you should get it examined once. And hopefully with some medicines it will be normal. ... Read More

I have little white patches on my tongue which r rough. Earlier there was one for the past 2 years but now 2 more have arrived. In the morning my tongue is also rough. I do not smoke.

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Dr. Ajay Shedge Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Thane

It is painful ? Any bleeding from the patch ? Have you been taking any medications? ... Read More

I m DCMP patient with 15-20%ef Taking medicine offlate I noticed white patches or lines of my legs nails it started on left leg toe now all fingers of leg nails have it now started on right leg what is this ??? I am worried what reason could this be?

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Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

It looks like ? Beus line Appears after ny stressful Event , as DCMP in your case No need to worry for nail ... Read More

My 2year old toddler is facing red and white tongue , seems a light coating over the tongue. Is facing problem in swallowing food. Low appetite. Suggest a solution.

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Dr. Chirag Yashlaha Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Indore

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Hello doctor I am 30 years old female past one month I have white patches in my lips corner am consulting my dermatologist there given some ointment idont no it's working or not let me know please.am attaching the photo am attaching my lips photo and doctor prescribed me some medicine that also attached.

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Dr. A Amin Homeopath Homoeopath | Kolkata

-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ... Read More

I have white tongue for more than 2 years.It occurred due to oral sex with GF.Daily iam scrapping but still white shade will be there through ou day and morning it becomes more. I had checked most STD tests all are negative and I do believe the oral sex affected my nature oral flora . Any doctors who are able to help me please ping the number

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Dr. Dev Saini Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Panipat

White tongue could be of many reasons you should consult a ENT specialist. It could be durto oral candidiasis/tongue lichen planus and many more . So to rule out the cause u should book a appointment ... Read More

Suddenly there is this white patch on my beard and i am worried about it. I want to know if this vitiligo or something else. Please help

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Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

White patch with white hair ? Or loss of hair ? Take online consultation ... Read More

I got white patches inside foreskin 3 months ago. Now the skin got 3 different red scars now and white patches are still there. Redacting foreskin is little painful

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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani Sexologist | Srinagar

Better to get it examined. ... Read More

Some little white patches not really vitilligo please reach out I don't know what's going wrong in skin what to prefer.

Asked for Female, 22 Years 35 Views v

Dr. Sujata Maurya Dermatologist | Bareilly

Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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Dr. Abdul Rasheed General Physician | Bangalore

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It appears like a fungal infection.you can initially try using terbinafine cream twice daily for a few days.It may need oral antifungal treatment as well,do consult a dermatologist in your area for ap ... Read More

I had oral sex with my girlfriend after that my tongue became white even after one year it is still white and feeling dry and less saliva mouth. I thought i got std and tested all possible tests everything is negative. when I researched a little the oral sex effected mouth microbes. If that is the case please suggest me what to do

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Dr. K Alwyn Jacob Dentist | Chennai

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First of all don't panic Can you tell me whether you have any kind of oral habits like betel nut chewing or chewing gum Also tell me whether you have difficulty in opening the mouth? Please respond m ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I have had this issue for 20 days. I noticed a ringworm kind of patch and also white layer in my groin area which is itchy sometimes. Need medication or any home remedies.

Asked for Male, 31 Years 58 Views v

Dr. Dinesh Mehta General Physician | Jaipur

You are so late, why you hiding this .better if you visit nearby hospital and consult with dermatologist asap.its spread more otherwise. ... Read More

My 4 months baby has a white patch on his cheek after getting a redness due to insect bite,first it was small after a week it is slightly big

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings It is common for an insect bite to leave a temporary white patch, a condition known as post-inflammatory hypopigmentation, which usually fades as the skin heals. Since the patch is growing ... Read More

Hello. I am attaching the pic. Can you please tell me what that white mark is. It is below my belly and the other one is near my private part area.

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Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I have been facing a persistent issue of sticky throat, especially in the morning. When I spit after waking up, thick, yellowish, thread-like mucus comes out. Sometimes, I also notice small round food particles along with the mucus. While swallowing, my throat feels coated and sticky. My tongue is always whitish with some rashes/patch

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Dr. Priyanka Gupta Homoeopath | Jaipur

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Hi.... don't worry. Homeopathy has an excellent medicines for gastric troubles. Needs your complete details. Kindly consult me on nine zero seven nine double zero four zero nine four for proper evalua ... Read More

I have a very dry mouth, I always have the need to keep sipping something. I wake up with a white tongue and bad breath. I want to get rid of this dryness and bad breath scenario.

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Dr. Vishal Chandra Tiwary Dentist | Dhanbad

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Saliva is necessary for both maintaining oral hygiene and balancing the microbial biome in your mouth less saliva or thick saliva will contribute to all of the above symptoms you have currently white ... Read More

White patches on face. No itching . Using dosetil cream and moisturizer but no improvement. What is this. It is fungal infection or p alba. Or t versicolor.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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Hi Found this white patches small ones past 6 months,when touched,its painful. Pl suggest. Thanks Poorna

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Dr. Sanjay Meena Dermatologist | Udaipur

Goodmornin poorna, i have just check your lesions. Most probably this look like mollscum or wart but i can make confirme diagnosis after proper clinical history and examination. ... Read More

I am having single white spot at the back of tongue on the right side and cough is there. Is it something to worry.

Asked for Male, 30 Years 51 Views v

Dr. Aashiq Manzoor Head and Neck Surgeon | Srinagar

Hi The information you have provided is inadequate Reach out for better diagnosis and appropriate management ... Read More

White patches on baby skin clearely visible for 15 days.its growing in many areas of face like neck,cheeks.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Hello,My Daughter is 6 months old she has white patches around nose, mouth and near eyes . I'm using atogla moisturizer

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings kindly consult with images for better understanding ... Read More

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Can anyone please tell me what is this white patch on left side of tongue...i have attached a photo...

I am having the white patches on my tongue. It comes and goes and it has been more than three months now. I have been using Clotrimazole mouth paint for this. Any suggestions?

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I have white patches on my tongue since last couple of month. Is this reason for calcium or vitamin deficiency? Can you please suggest something?

What does this white patch on tongue indicate ? Also there are cracks on tongue. Had fever yesterday now ok.

I am white patches on tongue. This is the third time within 3 months it has arrived. I have been using a mouth paint of clotrimazole.

Hi from last 8 month I can see white patch on my tongue . I never smoke . Is it serious ? I am afraid after reading some articles about this.

From last 4/5 month, I have a white patch on my tongue. I want to know the reason and remedy. Second thing, day by day I am becoming restless. Can you please help me on this?

White patch on tongue No pain or irritation No issues in eating or chewing, what could be the cause ?

I have a single white patch on tongue. i ts seen more than 2 years approx. its left side of the tongue and small in size. Painless and not increasing in size.

I have little white patches on my tongue which r rough. Earlier there was one for the past 2 years but now 2 more have arrived. In the morning my tongue is also rough. I do not smoke.

I m DCMP patient with 15-20%ef Taking medicine offlate I noticed white patches or lines of my legs nails it started on left leg toe now all fingers of leg nails have it now started on right leg what is this ??? I am worried what reason could this be?

My 2year old toddler is facing red and white tongue , seems a light coating over the tongue. Is facing problem in swallowing food. Low appetite. Suggest a solution.

Suddenly there is this white patch on my beard and i am worried about it. I want to know if this vitiligo or something else. Please help

I got white patches inside foreskin 3 months ago. Now the skin got 3 different red scars now and white patches are still there. Redacting foreskin is little painful

Some little white patches not really vitilligo please reach out I don't know what's going wrong in skin what to prefer.

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

I am attaching a pic. I have had this issue for 20 days. I noticed a ringworm kind of patch and also white layer in my groin area which is itchy sometimes. Need medication or any home remedies.

My 4 months baby has a white patch on his cheek after getting a redness due to insect bite,first it was small after a week it is slightly big

Hello. I am attaching the pic. Can you please tell me what that white mark is. It is below my belly and the other one is near my private part area.

I have a very dry mouth, I always have the need to keep sipping something. I wake up with a white tongue and bad breath. I want to get rid of this dryness and bad breath scenario.

White patches on face. No itching . Using dosetil cream and moisturizer but no improvement. What is this. It is fungal infection or p alba. Or t versicolor.

Hi Found this white patches small ones past 6 months,when touched,its painful. Pl suggest. Thanks Poorna

I am having single white spot at the back of tongue on the right side and cough is there. Is it something to worry.

White patches on baby skin clearely visible for 15 days.its growing in many areas of face like neck,cheeks.

Hello,My Daughter is 6 months old she has white patches around nose, mouth and near eyes . I'm using atogla moisturizer

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