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The tip of my tounge is red, there are some other small red spots along the top of the tounge, no pain, what could this be? is it bad?
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Glossitis: tongue inflammation-multiple causes. Usually resolves by itself- if not improved in 1 week, get it checked by your physician.
Answered 7/28/2014
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