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I seem to have a very thick reddish stripe running down my tongue. i do have a cold and chesty cough at the moment. what is it?

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Dr. Mohammad Ashori answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Normal: It's benign. The tongue can get a bit inflamed with viral infections, making the tongue crease stand out. It will resolve on its own.

Answered 12/27/2016

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A member asked:

I seem to have a very thick reddish stripe running down my tongue. i do have a cold and chesty cough at the moment. what is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mohammad Ashori answered

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