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If you develop geographic tongue is it likely permanent or always there the rest o f a persons life or does it eventually go away?
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May not go away: Geographic tongue is a benign inflammatory condition which has no cure, but is completely harmless. The condition may disappear over time, but it is impossible to predict if or when this may happen.
Answered 9/7/2013
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Yes: Geographic tongue is a be on condition. It does not need any treatment. The appearance will change over time and can even go away completely for awhile. Do not worry about geographic tongue.
Answered 9/4/2013
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