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Can we stop this white tongue coating from forming. does it line our throats right down?

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Brush tongue: Try brushing your tongue to remove the coating. Usually there is food and bacterial debris on the tongue that causes the coating. Allergies and post nasal drip can cause your throat to be sore and have the feeling that there is something in the back of your throat.

Answered 6/8/2017

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Am I allergic to lemon? When I drink lemonade I feel like theres a coating around my throat. Is there certain related additives in mouthwash and citrus candy that cause my tongue to feel weird or is that a different concern? Thanks?

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Am I allergic to lemon? When I drink lemonade my throat feels like it has a sort of coating on it. When I do mouthwash and eat citrus candy my tongue feels weird. Is that related or a different issue? How can I be allergic to lemon but not orange?

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