Question 1

why is my tongue black?

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Black Tongue: Black 'hairy' tongue can be caused by lengthening of the bumps on the end of the tongue, or papillae.  They are often rubbed away with eating but can become longer and get stained by food or tobacco products.  Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) can also cause the appearance of a black tongue within 24 hours of use.

Question 2

what causes a black tongue?

Accepted Answer

Black Tongue: Black tongue can be from foods or candies, from a yeast or 'thrush' infection among other rare things.  If there are any other symptoms or concerns please get in to see your family doctor or dentist.

Question 3

i woke e up this morning with a black tongue i'm 50 years old and this morning my tongue was completely black

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This : This condition is typically called "black, hairy tongue".  Some of the causes include antibiotic use, smoking, poor oral hygiene, and drinking coffee.  I would recommend brushing the tongue twice daily and avoidance of possible causes.  If not improved after a few days, consider seeing your physician for further evaluation.  I hope that helps!

Question 4

my tongue ring area has turned blackish and swollen, what to do?

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Need evaluation: You need to have your tongue examined by a healthcare professional to determine what is causing the discoloration and swelling, and have the appropriate treatment prescribed.

Question 5

black dots in baby tongues?

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Can be normal: Black dots on a baby's tongue would most likely be due to some increased pigmentation. This can be considered normal and is usually found more commonly in darker-skinned individuals. It also can be considered hereditary. However, you should probably mention it to your pediatrician next time you have a visit, or if the baby seems bothered by it, have it checked out sooner.

Question 6

black color under my tongue means what?

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Black under tongue: You may be seeing the veins under your tongue. But, this is also an area for the formation of oral cancer.
See you dentist for an examination.

Question 7

i have a black patch on side of tongue near the back?

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See your dentist : It may be due to pigmentation from a foreign body, such as silver filling from the tooth.  It can be a superficial vein that appears to be dark blue or even black. It may be pigmentation especially if you have dark complexion. It could be something more serious like melanoma, a type of cancer. I would recommend seeing your ddentist for evaluation and treatment.

Question 8

i've had little black dots on my tongue for years. how would i be able to remove them.

Accepted Answer

Get examined: I personally think that just stating that you have a black spot in your tongue is going to help in the diagnosis of the situation and giving you the right help .. Please get examined by your dr or a dentist who has the knowledge  of mouth lesions ..  It could be furry tongue or something else ..

Question 9

my wife 28 years have black pigments on her tongue from past 10 year which are painless, is this any seroius condition?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: racial or ethnic pigmentation. No treatment needed.

Question 10

he has black patches on side of his tongue from birth. now it's color is becoming little darker. is it something to concern.

Accepted Answer

Black patches: Congenital lingual melanosis. Almost always benign.

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