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Are there any possible causes/reasons for geographic tongue?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

None known: It is really still a mystery why some people develop geographic tongue. There are some suspicions that a vitamin b deficiency may contribute, but still no real answer.

Answered 1/21/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Geographic tongue: is a benign condition affecting the surface of your tongue. It is idiopathic permanent condition and not a cause for bad breath. It may be caused by a lack of vitamin B. It also may be due to irritation from hot or spicy foods, but the fact is the exact cause of geographic tongue is unknown.

Answered 9/17/2017

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Unknown: Geographic tongue also known as benign migratory glossitis,or wandering rash of the tongue has no know cause, however it is benign. The name comes from the map-like appearance of the tongue and is a common condition, affecting approximately 2–3% of the general population. Again it is benign

Answered 10/26/2016

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