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I notice that a area on my tongue the papillee are brown not red .wat is this is it serious.please help.

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Brown papilla: If they've always been like that, then i'd not worry about it. If the color is the only thing you worry but no other symptoms are present, watchful observation should suffice for now. If something else is happening, see doc.

Answered 8/10/2013

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Tongue Changes: The tongue will change colors based upon what we eat, what we drink, whether there are irritants such as acid reflux and tobacco, and many metabolic disorders. Most color changes are nothing to worry about. If you are worried, go see your doctor to have screening bloodworm - check for liver, kidney, thyroid disorders, and anemia. Add a multivitamin to your daily diet.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

See a dentist: Do you brush your tongue? It's important to brush your tongue after you brush your teeth to remove and disturb the bacteria on your tongue. If you don't remove the bacteria, they can stain your papillae on your tongue. Brown stains/color can be from smoking. If you are concerned, see a dentist.

Answered 8/11/2013

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