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My daughter has developed a patch on her tongue, which is growing big. Photo enclosed. What could be the reason? What to do?

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This is what is referred to as a geographic tongue. It usually does not require any treatment. ...  Read More

Respected Doctor, I can able to see patches in my tongue in which I think it's probably abnormal. Please give me some advise on this.

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Visit ENT Specialist to identify the cause. ...  Read More

White patches on tongue, can’t scrape off, have been there for over a month, no pain

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ANY ALTERED TASTE SENSATION? ...  Read More

She is having some black patches over her tongue. What could be the reason behind it . Kindly suggest .

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It can be cleared... with specific medicine... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

Hi i have vitamin b12 @ 163.7 i got on my tongue crack on the both side of my tongue it doesnt pain but at the tongue both side it been like white patch and crack on the tongue on both side i am having from almost 1 month crack are getting healing very slow but white bump or patch is taking time any idea how long does it take to heel

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Just try to apply dologel or hexigel and the tongue for about three weewks. Try not to spit or intake of water for half n hour ...  Read More

My 4.8 year old daughter developed a red patch on her tongue. Photo enclosed. What might be the reason? What should I do?

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Since how long is the patch seen? You can give syp Zioral 5ml once a day for 2wks and check. If no relief please visit a Paediatrician ...  Read More

Patches on tongue as seen in the photos attached.......................................... Thanks in advance fr ur kindness.

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Hi, photos are not clear, patches on tongue are due to lot of reasons from vitamin deficiency to viral fever and can be normal variation. It is better to consult a dentist for better diagnosis. Dr sr ...  Read More

I have large red patches on my tongue that come and go. They don’t hurt but they do feel sensitive, especially after I have eaten

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Post your photos of the problem and Practo Consult me for opinion and advice ...  Read More

I'm 23 I have seen some patches on my tongue Their is no pain No burning No bleeding nothing but when i looks my tongue I'm so scared. Please help me I'm suffering this from one month its coming an reducing i don't know what it was Please help me out from it.. please

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Geographic tongue It's a normal condition. Do regular rinsing of tongue ...  Read More

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

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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

Symptoms: * Red, inflamed tongue with prominent raised bumps since 5 days * Burning sensation and pain, especially while eating. * Whitish coating over the central and back portions of the tongue. * Multiple ulcers on the tongue and inside the cheeks. * Tongue swelling and difficulty eating comfortably. * I can swallow water normally, but eating c

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The photos show a swollen, red tongue with prominent bumps, matching what you have described. This pattern often points to a vitamin B12, iron or folate deficiency, or sometimes a reaction to food, me ...  Read More

From last 1 week I am having roughness on tip of tongue , no pain no problem while eating just a roughness please check Could it be cancer ? I am really worried Please see the attached photo ,aria is circled

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Not to worry for cancer .. .it's not cancer ...it's infection caused by either tough edges or sharp edges of teeth or tongue bite ... If you have habit of tobacco,Smoking ,Drinking or eating more spic ...  Read More

I have developed dark patches and dot dot like dark patch on both sides of my inner thighs/groin area near the private part over the past 3–4 months. They were not present before and have gradually increased in size. There is no pain or itching. The skin appears slightly flaky when scratched. Please advise what this could be.

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Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, I have light/white patches on my cheek. The patches are smooth and there is no itching, redness, dryness or scaling. They appear occasionally and usually go away on their own after a few months. I have attached a clear photo. Could you please tell me what this might be and whether I need any treatment or tests?

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Your Opinion: Most likely pityriasis alba or post-inflammatory hypopigmentation. Vitiligo is another possibility and needs examination to rule out. Next Steps: See a dermatologist for examination; Wo ...  Read More

My husband drank hot tea one week ago and since then he has this hard round ball like thing under his tongue. He says it doesn't hurt neither.

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Nothing to be worried about unless it causes any discomfort ...  Read More

Hello. 25 days ago, my wisdom teeth of right upper and lower jaw had been extracted. But now since last 4 days, I am suffering due to sharp pain in right corner of the tongue, specially while swallowing. What is it? Never happened this with me. What shoul I do? Please help.

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

Having this group of flesh on both sides of tongue from 2 months.Is anything serious!Suggest any medication

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Further evaluation needed. Also sharp tooth to be looked for ...  Read More

I'm not getting a feeling to eat food I'm sending my tongue photo to any doctor please tell me what the reason is . I am taking tablet trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole

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You have urinary tract infection. Also from the given tongue image, looks like a vitamin b12 deficiency. Trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole can be ...  Read More

I'm not getting a feeling to eat food I'm sending my tongue photo to any doctor please tell me what the reason is . I am taking tablet trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole

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More details r required..kindly connect online thru practo ...  Read More

I'm not getting a feeling to eat food I'm sending my tongue photo to any doctor please tell me what the reason is . I am taking tablet trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole

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Do you have some complaints of constipation or some sensation in tongue? ...  Read More

I have been burning sensation from 45 days on tongue riges on side tongue as shown on image and first was front it subsided now above hard palate is rough and sandpaper like and tongue is like light burning sensation and like but when touching upper side it's burning too much all day kindly suggest seeing

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Dear there are n no. Of diseases of mouth and yes what ur complaining is typically a oral lesion diseases so consult oral medicine specialists as history of disease is important We offer online consu ...  Read More

For a month, my son has been having 2 patches.. If i scratch it white flax is coming..there is no hair loss or irritation on it...what should I do

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Apply coconut oil ...  Read More

Yesterday I have swelling in my tongue and problem breathing .. I used Alegra 120 and it took almost 3 hours to become normal after taking that . It's 7 th time I have it in this year . What to do ..

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You might be allergic to some food items , dust or any other allergens around . Try to find out the pattern or things that flare up this allergic reaction in your body .. And completely avoid them . ...  Read More

Having this group of flesh on both sides of tongue from 2 months along with throat pain and dizziness. Recently visited ENT they told it is papillae inflammation.Is anything serious!

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Nothing serious ...  Read More

My brother Having infection on both sides of tongue and round shaped group of flesh attached to tongue backsides and also bump from 2 months.No smoking and drinking

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Medications recommended. Further evaluation needed. ...  Read More

Hello, I am having tongue ulcers from past one month. I already visited GP, GI and dentists as well but no proper diagnosis yet. I feel scared of thinking is something serious. Before ulcers I was having improper incomplete bowl movement still I am feeling same stmoch fullness, bloating hairfall and gas acid reflux and indigestion. Whenever mistake

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Hello. Based on your history, the ulcers appear to be chronic (persisting for more than a month) and are associated with burning sensation, bloating, acid reflux, altered bowel habits, and hair fall. ...  Read More

My son is 10 month old...after mundan I have there is some dry white patch on his head.. please advice what i should do

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Use spoo shampoo ...  Read More

Hi i attached the picture of my tongue i ate pizza a d chinese bhel and manchurian after that my tongue got red and its paininh is this sign of cancer plz reply me asap

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It will heal on its own. Nothing to worry. ...  Read More

What is this in the photo? Please open this attachment and identify this red soft and inflamed things under the tongue

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The photo shows a medical condition called sialadenitis, an inflamed salivary gland. In this case under the tongue salivary gland. Please do consult me for further management. ...  Read More

I have vitiligo patches in my hand fingers, which looks bad, pls suggest what can be done to fix the ailment.

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

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