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Woke up with orange markings on my tongue, what could this be?
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Stain: The most likely explanation is recently ingested food with orange coloration added to it. Candy, in particular, can leave strong short term intra-oral staining.
Answered 8/9/2013
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Candy or foods: Usually the orange color is from candy or foods. Some antibiotics can cause an orange tongue. If it does not clear up, in a few days then you should see a doctor or oral surgeon.
Answered 8/14/2013
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