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Glossitis is an abnormality of the tongue that results from inflammation. |
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Symptoms
Tongue swelling; Smooth appearance to the tongue; Sore and tender tongue; Difficulty with chewing, swallowing, or spe...
Causes
Changes in the appearance of the tongue may be a primary tongue disorder, or it may be a symptom of other disorders. ...
Tests
An examination by a dentist or health care provider shows a swollen tongue (or patches of swelling. The nodules on th...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to reduce inflammation. Treatment usually does not require hospitalization unless tongue swe...
Prevention
Good oral hygiene (thorough tooth brushing and flossing and regular professional cleaning and examination) may be hel...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of glossitis persist for longer than 10 days. Call...
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