Question 1

what causes geographical tongue?

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Unknown: The cause of geographic tongue is unknown, and there's no way to prevent the condition. Although geographic tongue may look alarming, it doesn't cause health problems and isn't associated with infection or cancer. Geographic tongue can sometimes cause tongue discomfort and increased sensitivity to certain substances.

Question 2

how is geographical tongue treated?

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It is not: It is considerd to be a benign conditioniand is not treated.

Question 3

my tongue feels like i've burnt it?

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Perhaps: Perhaps you did. Without actually seeing you, we would have no way to know. If that's what happened, it will resolve on its own rather quickly. If it persists or you want to confirm your own diagnosis, then you will have to see your own dentist. Feel better.

Question 4

its only on my tongue?

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Primary care doctor: One's primary care doctor can examine the tongue (primary care means pediatrics, family medicine, general practice, or internal medicine) and decide if it is due to overgrowth of oral candida yeast (thrush) or due to something else. We all have candida on our bodies and in our mouths, which is normal. However, during and after the use of antibiotics, candida overgrowth can happen.

Question 5

what's fissured tongue?

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Fissured Tongue: A fissured tongue  is a benign condition characterized by deep grooves or fissures in the dorsum (top) part of the tongue. Although these grooves may look unsightly, this condition is almost always  painless and benign.

Question 6

what is tongue pappiloma?

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Papilloma: It is a growth related to human papilloma virus. It is known as warts on any part of the body. There are many different strains of hpv, some are associated with increased risk of  cancer. You should have the lesion excised and send to pathology.

Question 7

tongue is rippled on sides?

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Scalloped tongue: Are referring to scalloping on the sides of your tongue?  This can occur because of  bruxism, or grinding your teeth during the night.  It may be an indication of sleep apnea.  Best to get your tongue evaluated.

Question 8

what helps soothe a burnt tongue?

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How did you burn it: If you burned you tongue on hot foods, this will heal in a couple of days. Could be a sensitivity to certain foods or chemical additives in foods or toothpaste. If this is from an unknown cause itis important to have your tongue looked and by an oral surgeon and find out why this happened.

Question 9

what causes grooves in the tongue?

Accepted Answer

Geographic tongue: Geographic tongue, an inflammatory condition of the tongue affecting approximately 2% of the population, is characterized by discolored regions of taste buds or sometimes even cracks in the surface of the tongue. The condition is usually chronic, and frequently manifests after eating any of a range of exacerbating foods, or during times of stress, illness, or hormonal surges (particularly in women.

Question 10

could you pierce a fissured tongue?

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Yes: Yes, a fissured tongue is a deeply grooved tongue, but not usually painful or pathological.
Piercing should be no problem.

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