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Is geographic tongue permanent?

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Some times Yes: Geographic is the result of loss of hair like papilla on the tongue , may look scary but harmless most of the time cause is unknown , or if it is due to lack of Vitamins , chemotherapy , drug reaction etc papilla may grow back , in general will be permanent.

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes,: Geographic Tongue is a permanent benign condition.

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Dr. answered

Geographic tongue: Geographic tongue can persist for months or longer and disappear but can recur.

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I have had geographic tongue for almost a year, is this permanent?

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