Question 1

what is median rhomoid glossitis?

Accepted Answer

Tongue lesion: It is a reddish area of tissue in the middle (median) of the posterior tongue.  It is benign and no treatment is needed.  It is often shaped like a rhomboid.

Question 2

i have glossitis i have been taken omez ?

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Side effect: Glossitis has been reported with Omez. Ask your prescribing doc about it.
http://www.ehealthme.com/ds/omeprazole/glossitis

Question 3

hi,i would like to know what is glossitis?.

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Inflammation: Inflammation of tongue. Non-specific. See oral surgeon for assessment.

Question 4

benign migratory glossitis looks like what?

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Geographic tongue: Benign condition that is sometime sore.   Foods like tomato flare it up. Tongue is has scattered irregular smooth reddish  patches. Normally tongue is covered by bumps (papillae).  In this condition, the papillae will atrophy (shrink) and cause irregular shaped smooth areas.The patches vary in size, shape and location- hence the name benign migratory glossitis (aka geographic tongue).

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: glossitis?

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Inflammation: Glossitis is an inflammatory condition in which the tongue is swollen and changes color. This often makes the surface of the tongue appear smooth.

Question 6

developed benign migratory glossitis months ago, its pretty much constant. usually how long does it last?

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Geographic tongue: Geographic tongue is the other name for benign migratory glossitis. It may come and go or change very quickly  in days, weeks, or months. It may last up to a year. It may reappear later.

Question 7

how is atrophic glossitis diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Atrophic Glossitis: This condition is diagnosed with a complete medical and dental history and a visual diagnosis. A biopsy can help rule out other conditions if the diagnosis is atypical and unclear. There are many causes and therefore a physician would need to evaluate you.

Question 8

can albutetol mdi and advair use cause glossitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The chemistry and drying effects can cause irritation and inflammation. Be sure to swish and swallow a few mouthfuls of water after these. Good Luck. (If continues, see your MD or Dentist)

Question 9

what is geographic tongue or benign migratory glossitis?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Geographic tongue is a benign condition where parts of the tongue swell and other parts become smooth, leading to a MAP like appearance. The cause is unknown.

Question 10

migratory glossitis and geographic tongue - are they the same?

Accepted Answer

Geographic tongue: Yes - the patches on the tongue are irregular and look like a map.  The lesions will occur in different areas (migratory).

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