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Is there anything other than oral thrush that can make your tongue white and hurt?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: There are several causes of a white sore tongue. The only way to get a diagnosis and proper treatment is to see a dentist for a exam. The sooner you see a dentist the sooner your problem can be treated.

Answered 3/2/2014

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Yes: Any of a number of viral, bacterial, or fungal over growths, systemic diseases, allergic responses. Go see your dentist. Take a complete list of your meds with you.

Answered 3/5/2014

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