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I have a recurring smooth patch on my tongue. What is it?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a wisdom tooth pulled four months back. A month later, I developed a smooth patch on the tongue that would heal and come right back in the same spot. I have never drunk, or smoke, and no family history of oral cancer. I am really scared it keeps coming back. There is no pain, jus... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the picture you have attached along with the complaint (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The smooth patch on your tongue does not seem to be caused by the wisdom tooth extraction. Basically, your tongue is not in a normal appearance. It has t... Read Full »
I have pimples on the back of my tongue. What are they?
Query: Hello doctor,I have noticed some pimples on the back of my tongue for almost a month. I thought they would go away on their own, but they have not. I tried gargling with salt water. I have a sore throat at times, and I also have halitosis. I have tried brushing my tongue, but the white substance for... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Those bumps are enlarged circumvallate papillae. They can be due to a number of causes, such as oral infections, acid reflux, throat infections, post-nasal drip, etc. Halitosis can occur due to a number of causes, including poor oral hygiene, o... Read Full »
I am pregnant and worried about getting HIV. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a pregnant woman. I am very much worried about HIV. Because my tongue skin is getting peeled off and my armpit lumps are painful. I did not test for HIV yet. If it is positive, then should I have to abort my baby or can I safely deliver a baby? I am in a big depression now. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, I would like to know why you are suspecting HIV in yourself. If you had a high-risk exposure, you should simply get a test done. If you suspect HIV based on your symptoms, it's important to note that these symptoms are non-specific and do not necessarily in... Read Full »
I have a growing yellowish-white patch in throat. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have a white and yellowish circular patch at the back of my throat. I thought it could be due to a throat infection, and it has not healed. It is not hard or raised like a tonsil stone like an enclosed area of puss. I am concerned about its increase in size. Kindly help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The white, yellowish circular patch at the back of your throat can be due to oral candidiasis. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions. Get a throat swab test done. Take a tablet of Prednisone 4mg orally twice daily. Take a... Read Full »
I have pain while swallowing and spots on my tonsils. Should I seek urgent medical attention?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been showing obvious signs of thrush after heavily using an inhaler during a cough. I had been taking Nystatin but had a minor allergic reaction (a couple of hives) and was directed to discontinue. Since then, I have noticed spots on my tonsils. Now swallowing feels like I am tryin... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Throat infection after inhaler usage is a common complication. The white spots on the tonsils can be fungal or bacterial infections. I suggest you do the following: 1. Take Hexidine (chlorhexidine) gargles. 2. Apply candid mo... Read Full »
I have a white tongue with red patches, blisters, and other symptoms. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a white tongue with a red patch in the middle and there is the presence of grey blisters. It hurts while eating and swallowing. It has been six days and still, I have a fever, blisters on the roof of my mouth, and swollen labia in my vaginal region. Last week, I noticed a gree... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am here to provide expert opinion on your medical issues. It sounds like you may be experiencing some concerning symptoms that require medical attention. The combination of a white tongue with red patches and blisters, painful swallowing, ongoing fever, blist... Read Full »
What could be the cluster white spots on tongue which do not look like ulcers?
Query: Hello doctor, I have noticed a cluster of white spots on my tongue. I do not believe they to be ulcers as I have had them before in the past. They do not hurt and I feel no pain. I am worried that it might be something more serious. Can you confirm what it might be? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to iclinq.com. I have gone through your query and can understand your health concern. I have seen the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). As you have mentioned that you had it before also and there is no pain. I think it is either some infection like a fungal i... Read Full »
My tongue is whitish-green with a painful bump under it. What could it be?
Query: Hello doctor, My tongue is whitish-green in color and I also have a white bump under the tongue that is extremely painful. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the clinical picture provided (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), the tongue seems to have a traumatic ulcer underneath due to teeth bite or burn due to hot food intake. Additionally, the ventral surface seems to have nutritional deficienci... Read Full »
I have been dealing with chronic thrush, despite taking medications. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 43-year-old male with type 1 diabetes, which is generally well-controlled. I have experienced recurrent thrush infections about once or twice a year in the past, which typically clear up within a week. However, this year, I have been dealing with thrush for almost two months. I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Based on your description and the photo (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity) you have provided, it appears that you are dealing with balanoposthitis, a condition that is unfortunately quite common in diabetic men. ... Read Full »
What is the reason for thrush in my oral cavity?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently had an oral thrush. I was taking Candid Mouth Paint and Hexidine Mouth Wash to clear it. It was cleared after two days of using but after two days it started to get black in color. I was still using the above medications, but now I have stopped taking the all oral medication... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your question and I can understand your concern about your erythematous tongue. As per your history, symptoms, and signs, it seems to me that you are having a drug-induced lichenoid reaction. Kindly let me know if you have taken any painkillers or... Read Full »