A 28-year-old female asked:
My nephew has had an orange tongue for a week now, we brush it daily but it will not go away. he is two and a half months. is this a serious concern?
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Dr. David Jakubowiczanswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 24 years experience
Maybe: Have it seen by the pediatrician and if the mom is eating a lot of carrots, maybe have her cut down if breast fed. If not consider a formula change.
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Dr. Joel Piehlanswered
Periodontics 53 years experience
Diet?: He should check if there is something in his diet that might be responsible. Also, might be time for a medical check up.
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Last updated May 6, 2015
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