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My 7 yr old daughter has recently developed a bald spot on her tongue. it is about the size of a dime. she says it doesnt hurt. should i be concerned.

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Dr. Mohammad Khan answered

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Local burn: may be local burn or local fungal infection. Geographical tongue is a possibility. her pediatrician needs to look at the spot

Answered 11/26/2014

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A member asked:

My 7 yr old daughter has recently developed a bald spot on her tongue. it is about the size of a dime. she says it doesnt hurt. should i be concerned.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mohammad Khan answered

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