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Why does my tongue have patches

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

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

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

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

I took orofer xt as prescribed by the doctor for low hb for 3 to 4 months. After 3 months my tongue started feeling a bit stiff and rough. I applied gels, drank barley water but it continued. A feeling of less flexibility. I consulted the same general physician but he said the tongue looks fine. One more month went by and the stiffness reduced. But

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I am noticing black spots on my tongue and sides of the tongue and also below the tongue since 1 month actually i dont know when it appeared but i just noticed it 1 month before so what will be the reason and how to cure it?? bcz my tongue was never have this before and if prblm didn't solve then which doctor to show ent or dentist??

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Hello Black spots can be of melanin pigmentation which are harmless. If no symptoms seen then no need to worry. If possible can attach an image ...  Read More

I am noticing black spots on my tongue and sides of the tongue and also below the tongue since 1 month actually i dont know when it appeared but i just noticed it 1 month before so what will be the rrason and how to cure it?? bcz my tongue was never have this before.. if prblm didn't solve then which doctor to show ent or dentist??

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Cap a to Z gold once a day for 1 month ...  Read More

Hello doctors, My daughter is 11 years old. I am attaching a picture which I have taken from Google (since I could not click a pic at the back of tongue). My daughter is constantly coughing. I found similar thing at the back of her tongue. I am very scared. What is it? Please guide me.

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This is normal. It is called the epiglottis. It helps in covering the airway when you swallow you food. It is a normal anatomical structure ...  Read More

Hi doctor, My Mom has red Tongue and tongue burning and can't eat spicy, chilly from 3 years how to cure please help

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It may be due to the deficiency of VitaminB12. ...  Read More

Hi doctor, My Mom has red Tongue and tongue burning and can't eat spicy, chilly from 3 years how to cure please help

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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a free detailed discussion ...  Read More

Hi doctor, My Mom has red Tongue and tongue burning and can't eat spicy, chilly from 3 years how to cure please help

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Avoid oily and spicy food and apply ointment and medications which i will prescribe if u visit my profile.will help you for sure. ...  Read More

Hello!! I have these spots on tongue.. i am little bit tensed about it.. kindly reply if is normal or not?? Thanks in advance..

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It's quite normal for now .....you may have a checkup ...  Read More

Hi doctor, i could see a bump in my tongue all of a sudden I have attached the image kindly let me know anything serious need to address immediately

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Any trauma? ...  Read More

Dear Dr, There are three purple spots on my father tongue and also tongue color purple at bottom side from 2 weeks ..sometimes it feels rough on these spots... Please suggest what to do and is any serious issue?

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Hi, I am Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat MS ENT Purple spots on the tongue may be due to dilated veins, minor trauma, or irritation — usually harmless, but if lasting more than two weeks or feeling rough, an ...  Read More

Hi I can see circular patch in my neck and it's there long back, no itching not doing anything. is this normal?

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Need physical examination if not spreading . Relax but for diagnosis need a physical examination ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have dandruff in my hair and due to that I get white patches on my facial skin and under eyes. Can I apply ketoconazole or any other shampoo for this.

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Consult ...  Read More

Almost every night i get red patches on my skin all over body and the temperature is extreme high and also the patches are not itchy but the patches are extremely big and red and only comes at night

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It can be urticaria. Kindly consult a dermatologist for a proper treatment ...  Read More

I developed this little swelling on my tongue consulted a doctor he said due to deificinecy and prescribed medicine for 10 days its around 15 says swelling is less but still there no pain nothing as such please recommend

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Continue meds Syp mucaine gel 2tsp twice a day before meals ...  Read More

I have got multiple red patches on tongue. It feels gritty and burns.Met many doctors but able to understand the reason. I get relief when I take antacids.Is it silent acid reflux or something else. I have been already diagnosed with grade-2 hiatus hernia. I suffer from dry mouth in morning.

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needs lifestyle modification along with medicine since kindly consult for further treatment ...  Read More

My tongue why any vitamins deficiency please suggest treatment and medicines I a having dRk tongue reason

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Get your iron profile Vit B12 and folate levels checked ...  Read More

I am suffering from shifting burning tongue. In the morning my mouth remains dry.Its been more than one month. Please review my iron study report.

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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

My 2years baby continuosly coughing from past 3 weeks and now I have seen her uvula got enlarged and touches the actual tongue . What should I have to do now. Can you please help me with that.

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Need more details in history any fever, taking orally liquid,etc..Kindly contact on practo Dr Harish Kumar Ex senior consultant WHO Formerly at Safdarjung, ksch, Rmlh ...  Read More

Sore on one side of tongue from last 10 days, burning sensation has gone while eating or drinking something hot. Also, sore has whitist/greyish spots on it.

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It can be due to burns or vitamin def needs detailed evaluation ...  Read More

3 years before I visited Dr and he said that I have GERD. I have got white coating on my tongue. What does it represent.

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It can be because of many things. ...  Read More

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