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A member asked:
I have a line on my toungue that goes in and looks like an arrow would, same color as my toungue, no white in it, just wondered if i had thrush or something like that, do i need to see a doctor for it, or do anything for it. or is it normal?no pain?
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From your description I'd call this a simple tongue furrow or fissure which isn't at all pathological. A physician, ENT specialist or an oral surgeon could examine and advise you.
Answered 8/18/2023
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