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I am suffering from painful bumps on the back of my tongue, and they seem to spread. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from painful bumps on the back side of my tongue, which seem to spread. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern and pain. They are oral ulcers or papillitis, which might have been caused by consuming extremely spicy foods, acidic soda drink, or can be the side effects of certain medications. I suggest you to follow the inst... Read Full »
Why do I have a burning sensation and sores on the tip of my tongue?
Query: Hello doctor, I have had a burning sensation on my tongue and small sores on the tip. I have tested for herpes, and it was negative multiple times. The last time I got tested was before two and a half years. Can I have herpes even though I tested IgG negative? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.I have reviewed the image attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).The lesions in your tongue can be transient lingual papillitis which is caused due to bad food habits, stress, hormonal fluctuations seen in aging, and chr... Read Full »
Why do I get excessive saliva in my mouth?
Query: Hello, I am suffering from excessive saliva in my mouth, so I consulted a medicine doctor last month. He prescribed me to take tablet ORNI 500. Initially, I felt better after taking medicine, but the problem started again. It makes me very uncomfortable. I notice that if I drink any hot tea or cold ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I feel sorry about your health condition. I suggest you the following measures- 1. You must stop taking hot liquids. You can drink warm liquids. 2. You must use salt water gargling thrice a day. You may be suffering f... Read Full »