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What is the definition or description of: glossitis?
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Inflammation: Glossitis is an inflammatory condition in which the tongue is swollen and changes color. This often makes the surface of the tongue appear smooth.
Answered 3/21/2015
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Inflammation: Inflammation of the tongue.
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Tongue inflammation: Inflammation of the tongue. Often accompanied with swelling.
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