A variety of factors can cause red spots on the tongue. One common cause is a condition known as geographic tongue, where irregular, red patches appear on the tongue. Another potential cause is oral thrush, a fungal infection characterized by red or white patches on the tongue. Trauma or irritation from biting the tongue, consuming hot foods or beverages, or aggressive brushing can lead to temporary red spots. Certain viral infections, such as hand, foot, and mouth disease, can also result in red spots on the tongue.
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Is the small, red, painless spot under my tongue a matter of concern?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 49-year-old female. I am not sure if I should be concerned and see a doctor. For the past two to three weeks, I have had a small, red spot under my tongue. It is not much larger than a pin dot, and I think it has decreased in size. I have attached images for your reference. It d... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post and images (attachment removed to protect patient identity) This seems to be minor salivary glands, although the image is not clear. But, I do not see a reason why you should worry because there is no ulceration and no pain. There is no need... Read Full »
My tongue has been itchy and numb with bright red spots. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, My tongue has felt itchy and numb since yesterday. Today I woke up with bright red spots on the back of my tongue. There is no pain when swallowing. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The spots on the tongue usually occur for a wide variety of reasons. However, the main possibilities could be due to direct injury, stress, or malnutrition. Any hot food touching the area could cause them. Sometimes, stress is also responsible for the appearance of s... Read Full »
How to treat burning tongue with red bumps?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a burning tongue for a while and some patches on my tongue. At the moment, my GP put me on medication for acid reflux, and that seems to help with the burning tongue. However, I still have some small red bumps on the side of my tongue, and they have not got away. The burning ton... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your pain and shall surely try to help the best way out. First of all, I think your GP has got the right point. It was due to acid reflux that is why the medicine is helping you out both ways. Acid reflux is one important cause of the burning tongue as ... Read Full »
What causes burning tongue with inflamed red bumps on it?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a burning tongue. I have had the burning sensation for about three weeks. I have small inflamed flat red bumps on the tip of my tongue and it looks smooth but only on the tip of my tongue. I have noticed a thickening on the right side of my tongue where the white line on the ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Swellings over the tongue and buring sensation can be due to tons of reasons. Most of them are quite serious and need immediate attention. But in your case, it might be due to ulceration from the sharp tooth. Kindly feel the lower front teeth and upper and lower t... Read Full »
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