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My tongue is rigid and rough looking, and every time someone sees it they always ask what's wrong with it?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Ask ur dentist orMD : Can't tell here; picture is worth a thousand words. Show your tongue to your dentist and/or doc.

Answered 7/30/2016

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Dr. Jeffrey Jarvis answered

Nothing: Everyone is different and having a rough or fissured tongue is very common and can be quite normal. If you have any concern, see your dentist or oral surgeon who can confirm.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/10/2017

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A member asked:

My tongue is rigid and rough looking, and every time someone sees it they always ask what's wrong with it?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Dr. Jeffrey Jarvis answered

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

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