Question 1

should i worry if the muscle twitches/fasc i have continued for weeks but havent noticed any true weakness other than feeling trembly at times? also, can my pcp determine if i have tongue atrophy. he said i didnt but not sure if he truly knows ??

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a neurologist. Wish you good health!

Question 2

is it normal for your tongue to be smaller on one side than the other in the back? i noticed mine seems to be uneven and im worried about atrophy?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. You may watch and wait, if the disparity in two sides, more than doubles, there is an ulcer, difficulty swallowing or speaking, it would be prudent to see a doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 3

26 yr old male. perceived atrophy left quad, left hypothenar, left genioglossus. clean emg/ncs and clinical 1 month ago. nms thinks i'm okay. i think things have gotten worse. what steps should i take? no dysarthria, deviation, or weakness of tongue?

Accepted Answer

: You used the word "perceived" which is a subjective feeling rather than a sure abnormality (atrophy) of the involved muscles which can be measured. To me, you are most likely not affected by the neurological disease which you are afraid off because you had gone through a thorough evaluation and you were given a clean bill of health. You can seek a second opinion for an absolutely peace of mind.

Question 4

are dry mouth and vaginal dryness and atrophy related?  tested negative for sjorgens.  i am recently postmenopausal.

Accepted Answer

Possible: Dry mouth can have many causes, the most common of which is medication. If you take any medication check the insert to see if dry mouth is a side effect. Sjogren's might still be a factor as well because it is very difficult to test for and multiple tests are often needed. It could be hormonal related as well, especially the vaginal dryness. Check with your doctor about hormone replacement therapy.

Question 5

what can cause fisures on your tongue?

Accepted Answer

Truly unknown: Definitive cause is not known, but is quite common, more so in some genetic disease such as down and melkerson-rosenthal syndromes, sacoidosis etc...  It is typically just a finding, not a symptom...As most have no pain etc...Glossitis or inflammation of tongue can cause pain/burning etc..And have several causes...If you have pain/burning etc...Consult doc..
Good luck.

Question 6

what causes pain on right side on tongue i have a pain on my side on tongue .

Accepted Answer

Not normal: Have a dentist take a look since this is not a normal happening, and could be something major.

Question 7

what causes geographic tongue?

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 8

what causes a white furry tongue?

Accepted Answer

Thrush! a yeast: Infesction caused by candida albicans.

Question 9

what is the cause of dry yellowish tongue?

Accepted Answer

Yellow tongue: This is likely elongated papilla or taste buds that have not broken off and sloughed like they should normally.  Eat a balanced diet with fruits and vegetables.  If that does not work then you can  brush the tongue with your toothbrush or get a tongue rake to break them off.  You can get this at the pharmacy.  Good luck and feel  better!

Question 10

what causes bumps to appear on your tongue?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Normally the surface of your tongue is covered with papillae. About 2/3 of the way back there are other shaped structures back there. Sometimes areas drop down and you see areas with smooth borders which looked to doctors like a map - hence the term geographic tongue.

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Should i worry if the muscle twitches/fasc i have continued for weeks but havent noticed any true weakness other than feeling trembly at times? also, can my pcp determine if i have tongue atrophy. he said i didnt but not sure if he truly knows ??

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Is it normal for your tongue to be smaller on one side than the other in the back? i noticed mine seems to be uneven and im worried about atrophy?

A member asked:

26 yr old male. perceived atrophy left quad, left hypothenar, left genioglossus. clean emg/ncs and clinical 1 month ago. nms thinks i'm okay. i think things have gotten worse. what steps should i take? no dysarthria, deviation, or weakness of tongue?

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Are dry mouth and vaginal dryness and atrophy related? tested negative for sjorgens. i am recently postmenopausal.

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What can cause fisures on your tongue?

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What causes pain on right side on tongue i have a pain on my side on tongue .

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What causes geographic tongue?

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What causes a white furry tongue?

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What is the cause of dry yellowish tongue?

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What causes bumps to appear on your tongue?

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