Tongue problems

Tongue problems
Definition
Tongue problems include pain, swelling, or a change in how the tongue looks.

Tongue problems
Alternate Names : Dark tongue, Burning tongue syndrome
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Tongue Problems - Describe Your Problems
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Tongue problems Treatment
Review Date: 03/03/2009
Reviewed By: James L. Demetroulakos, MD, FACS, Department of Otolaryngology, North Shore Medical Center, Salem, MA. Clinical Instructor in Otology and Laryngology, Harvard Medical School.

Tongue problems include pain, swelling, or a change in how the tongue looks.
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Tongue Problems
Other common causes of tongue problems include: Deep grooves (fissures) of the tongue. Fungal infections ( thrush ), which produce white patches on the tongue and inside of the mouth.

What are the signs of tongue problems?
Your tongue is an organ that is made up primarily of muscle. The surface of the tongue is covered with taste buds. Your tongue helps you talk, swallow, taste and chew. Common symptoms of the tongue include:.

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Other rare causes include certain tongue problems and migraines.
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Dry mouth syndrome
Tongue problems such as a cracked or coated surface
Tooth problems such as dental caries (cavities) or impacted wisdom teeth
Speech problems such as lisping.
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Personality or memory changes
Positive Babinski's sign
Rapid heart rate
Shortness of breath
Sore mouth
Tingling and numbness of hands and feet
Tongue problems
Unsteady gait, especially in the dark ...

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