Q. Is there any treatment for a black hairy tongue?
Answered by Dr. Nupur Prashant Shah and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
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Hi doctor,
A few weeks ago I noticed that my tongue had patchy green areas. However, it has now turned into more of a yellow color, more so in the back than the front. Brushing the tongue seems to remove the yellow, but then it comes back. I am very scared of the black hairy tongue, and I read that yellow precedes before the black and hairy part. I have attached a photo of my tongue. What can I do to remove and prevent this? Can the black hairy tongue be treated?
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Dr. Nupur Prashant Shah
B.D.S
Dentistry
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I have gone through the attached photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity), and I understand your concern.
- As your tongue has turned yellow and black from green in the front part, it is a typical feature of a hairy tongue.
- Clinically it looks like a hairy tongue, but get it confirmed through laboratory tests also. Consult an oral pathologist as early as possible for the confirmation, follow his or her guidance for the treatment.
- Meanwhile, please try the following:
- Maintain tongue hygiene by brushing it twice daily for two minutes with a toothbrush or a tongue scraper by making gentle movements over the affected area.
- Stop all habits like smoking, tobacco, etc., if any.
- Gargle after every meal.
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