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I have black patches on my tongue and it really bothers me when i speak to people. i need help finding out what it is and how to change it please?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Black Hairy Tongue: Black patches on tongue are often due to a harmless condition called Black Hairy Tongue. There are several possible causes. For more information go to: http://mayocl.in/1s2eK2x

Answered 1/6/2015

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Hyperpigmented tongu: Hyperpigmentation of the tongue is common among dark skinned individuals. Some other things to look in to is vitamin deficiency like niacin, b12, folate, (folic acid) addison's dz and some drugs. Most probably benign and nothing need to worry about, if you still concerned talk to your physician who knows your medical history to check it out.

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