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Medical Conditions - Sore Tongue

It represents the tongue having characteristics such as small bumps on the tongue, white or red coloured patches, or lifted regions, pain, swelling, and burning sensation. The causes include oral thrush, fungal infections such as syphilis, canker sores, food allergies, smoking tobacco, and acid reflux. It is treated by using antibiotics, antifungal drugs, maintaining oral hygiene, and vitamin supplements.

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I had a burning sensation in my tongue with small blisters that vanished on their own. What is the reason?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your reports are largely fine (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) except low Vitamin D.

Why does my tongue laceration hurt even months later?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. When there is a laceration injury, the hurt will take several days to heal. Please follow the instructions given to you in the follow-up messages.

What could be the reason for the burning sensation and sores on my tongue's tip?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed the image attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).

Can chemotherapy cause painful white patches on the tongue?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Yes, the white patches on your colleague’s tongue could be thrush, a common side effect of chemotherapy.

How to treat bleeding gums and sore tongue in a 2-year-old?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.

Do mouth sores indicate a cancerous condition?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have seen the pictures that you have attached (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). I suggest that: 1.

What could cause changes on the back of the tongue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

What causes sores and non-scrapable film on the tongue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. You may have inflammation of the tongue which should go away in two weeks.

What could be the cause of a sore and burning tongue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I have reviewed your query.

Why does tongue and jaw pain persist even after treatment?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com I got about details of your chief complaint, and I suspect it is a case of some pathology.

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