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Can anyone please tell me what is this white patch on left side of tongue...i have attached a photo...

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Dr. Baisali Sarkar Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Kolkata

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White tongue is usually caused when bacteria, debris (like food and sugar) and dead cells get trapped between the papillae on the surface of your tongue. These string-like papillae then grow large and ... Read More

I have white patches on my tongue since last couple of month. Is this reason for calcium or vitamin deficiency? Can you please suggest something?

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Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Bangalore

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there are various causes for whitish patches over tongue..commonly occurs after an episode of systemic infection such as viral fever or typhoid fever. other conditions which can cause patches include ... Read More

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I am having the white patches on my tongue. It comes and goes and it has been more than three months now. I have been using Clotrimazole mouth paint for this. Any suggestions?

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Dr. Bindiya Bhaskar Oral Medicine and Radiology | Thiruvananthapuram

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It can be oral thrush. Antifungals has to be taken systemically. Maintain good oral hygiene. For prescription of medication you can consult through this. ... Read More

What does this white patch on tongue indicate ? Also there are cracks on tongue. Had fever yesterday now ok.

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Dr. Rahul Poddar Laparoscopic Surgeon | Ghaziabad

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It may mean vitamin deficiencies. In some Infections etc it can happen too. ... Read More

White patch on tongue No pain or irritation No issues in eating or chewing, what could be the cause ?

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Dr. Zoya Rasheed Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist | Bangalore

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From last 4/5 month, I have a white patch on my tongue. I want to know the reason and remedy. Second thing, day by day I am becoming restless. Can you please help me on this?

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Dr. B K Madhusudan Homoeopath | Bangalore

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Madam I need more details to know what is wrong There are many causes for getting irritated. May be even hunger :-) You can consult me at Surabhi Speciality Homeopathy Gud day ... Read More

I am white patches on tongue. This is the third time within 3 months it has arrived. I have been using a mouth paint of clotrimazole.

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Dr. Sai Dhuri General Physician | Ratnagiri

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Need to consult for the same ... Read More

Hi from last 8 month I can see white patch on my tongue . I never smoke . Is it serious ? I am afraid after reading some articles about this.

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Dr. Amitkumar Rathi ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon | Nagpur

Hi As you said you don't smoke and you don't have any substance abuse then this patch is less likely to be a cancer. Hence to confirm this ot the nature of this you require to take a biopsy and then ... Read More

I have noticed a white and reddish patch in the middle of my tongue over the past 2 days.. Back part of my tongue has a bitter taste.. What might be the reason for this and any quick remedies ??

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Dr. Sanjog Chandak Oral And MaxilloFacial Surgeon | Nagpur

Dear practo user Need clinical photo of site. If smoking history, can chat for definite diagnosis and treatment planning. ... Read More

A white and reddish patch developed in the middle of my tongue since past two days .Middle and back pasrt of my tongue tastes bitter. What would be the reason for this and any quick remedies?

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Dr. Preeti Sharma Dental Surgeon | Jamshedpur

Kindly share the picture to diagnose in a better way ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I have had this issue for 20 days. I noticed a ringworm kind of patch and also white layer in my groin area which is itchy sometimes. Need medication or any home remedies.

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Dr. Dinesh Mehta General Physician | Jaipur

You are so late, why you hiding this .better if you visit nearby hospital and consult with dermatologist asap.its spread more otherwise. ... Read More

My 4 months baby has a white patch on his cheek after getting a redness due to insect bite,first it was small after a week it is slightly big

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings It is common for an insect bite to leave a temporary white patch, a condition known as post-inflammatory hypopigmentation, which usually fades as the skin heals. Since the patch is growing ... Read More

Hello. I am attaching the pic. Can you please tell me what that white mark is. It is below my belly and the other one is near my private part area.

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Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I have been facing a persistent issue of sticky throat, especially in the morning. When I spit after waking up, thick, yellowish, thread-like mucus comes out. Sometimes, I also notice small round food particles along with the mucus. While swallowing, my throat feels coated and sticky. My tongue is always whitish with some rashes/patch

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Dr. Priyanka Gupta Homoeopath | Jaipur

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Hi.... don't worry. Homeopathy has an excellent medicines for gastric troubles. Needs your complete details. Kindly consult me on nine zero seven nine double zero four zero nine four for proper evalua ... Read More

I have a very dry mouth, I always have the need to keep sipping something. I wake up with a white tongue and bad breath. I want to get rid of this dryness and bad breath scenario.

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Dr. Vishal Chandra Tiwary Dentist | Dhanbad

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Saliva is necessary for both maintaining oral hygiene and balancing the microbial biome in your mouth less saliva or thick saliva will contribute to all of the above symptoms you have currently white ... Read More

White patches on face. No itching . Using dosetil cream and moisturizer but no improvement. What is this. It is fungal infection or p alba. Or t versicolor.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi Found this white patches small ones past 6 months,when touched,its painful. Pl suggest. Thanks Poorna

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Dr. Sanjay Meena Dermatologist | Udaipur

Goodmornin poorna, i have just check your lesions. Most probably this look like mollscum or wart but i can make confirme diagnosis after proper clinical history and examination. ... Read More

I am having single white spot at the back of tongue on the right side and cough is there. Is it something to worry.

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Dr. Aashiq Manzoor Head and Neck Surgeon | Srinagar

Hi The information you have provided is inadequate Reach out for better diagnosis and appropriate management ... Read More

White patches on baby skin clearely visible for 15 days.its growing in many areas of face like neck,cheeks.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Hello,My Daughter is 6 months old she has white patches around nose, mouth and near eyes . I'm using atogla moisturizer

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings kindly consult with images for better understanding ... Read More

Bad odor in mouth at all times, black patches and cracks on tongue, sensitivity in teeth upper and lower on left side

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Dr. Bhumika Popalghat Dentist | Pune

Firstly if you have any habit such as tobacco chewing or betal nut or taking spicy food so change that habit ... Read More

I have a white patch on lower lip since last 2 months. Its painless, tiny bunch of white rough patches. I don't smoke or chew tobacco or dont have any addiction. Attaching picture of the lesion. Is it curable or its precancerous?

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Dr. Sujata Maurya Dermatologist | Bareilly

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This requires more detailed examination, kindly consult in a physical clinic for proper examination ... Read More

I am attching two pictures. First picture zoom out and second zoom in. I have this mild white patch of kind thing. The area is slightly tender when I eat hard food. Does it look like lukoplekia?

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Dr. Sharwari Pawale Dental Surgeon | Pune

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Hello Picture isn't clear There can be two possibilities either infection with the tooth or bony eruption(anatomically bone deposition is more) we call it as torus mandibularis also. It is hard when ... Read More

I observed a white or yellowish patch behind my left lower wisdom teeth. It is painless. And in the same area, from the last 2 months a blister is occurring just after eating something -> popping and getting healed in 2 days. Also there are few lymph nodes at the same time just below my left ear from the last 1 year or so. Picture is attached. P

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Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

Hello Please visit the dentist for the physical examination for proper diagnosis ... Read More

After oral sex tongue is white cotted burning sensation HIV and all STI is comes negative What's can this it's my first time and I got this I am very frustrated and depressed My history 2 months ago my TB treatment is completed And this problem facing from 10 days My doctor said oral sex very less possibilities nearly zero don't worry but I

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Dr. Jitesh Bhatt Homoeopath | Ahmedabad

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First of all—please take a deep breath. I understand your fear, frustration, and anxiety. Let me reassure you clearly and honestly. 🔍 What you are experiencing White-coated tongue + burn ... Read More

1 year ago my upper palate white patch surgery has been done and in biopsy report diagnosis as fibro epithelial polyp and now after 1 year same place on palate operative site white patch shows now. When I use clobetasol gel the white patch size reduce after some days stop it again recurring. I am not taking any time of gutkha smoking but occasional

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Dr. Sharwari Pawale Dental Surgeon | Pune

Hello Better to get it checked physically ... Read More

Sir/Madam Pictures attached of a white blister like spot after i touched a hot utensil. But there seems to be no liquid inside the blister. No unusual pain, no burning sensation. Is it serious? I am worried. Till now taking care at home by cleaning hands with soap and Luke warm water and applying Vaseline on it. Kindly help... Regards

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Dr. M Gautam Gastroentrology Surgeon | Bangalore

Good afternoon This is common after contact with hot object Avoid bursting the blister ... Read More

Sir/Madam Pictures attached of a white blister like spot after i touched a hot utensil. But there seems to be no liquid inside the blister. No unusual pain, no burning sensation. Is it serious? I am worried. Till now taking care at home by cleaning hands with soap and Luke warm water and applying Vaseline on it. Kindly help... Regards

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

I have these reoccuring patches on my tongue and poor digestion very low body weight dry skin looks like malnutrition. Please help what could be issue .how to avoid this and precautions

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Dr. Divya Mittal Ayurveda | Gurgaon

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Common Ayurvedic causes Ama & Agnimandya (poor digestion) Pitta vriddhi (heat, acidity) Oral thrush / fungal infection Stress, smoking, tobacco Vitamin B12 / iron deficiency 🌿 Ayurvedic Tr ... Read More

One red patch on tongue for 14 days without pain . No fever kindly suggest what is this?? No habit of smoking or taking tobacco

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Dr. Vikas Vashisth Dentist | Bhiwani

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This seems to be due to vitamin deficiency ... Read More

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Can anyone please tell me what is this white patch on left side of tongue...i have attached a photo...

I have white patches on my tongue since last couple of month. Is this reason for calcium or vitamin deficiency? Can you please suggest something?

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I am having the white patches on my tongue. It comes and goes and it has been more than three months now. I have been using Clotrimazole mouth paint for this. Any suggestions?

What does this white patch on tongue indicate ? Also there are cracks on tongue. Had fever yesterday now ok.

White patch on tongue No pain or irritation No issues in eating or chewing, what could be the cause ?

From last 4/5 month, I have a white patch on my tongue. I want to know the reason and remedy. Second thing, day by day I am becoming restless. Can you please help me on this?

I am white patches on tongue. This is the third time within 3 months it has arrived. I have been using a mouth paint of clotrimazole.

Hi from last 8 month I can see white patch on my tongue . I never smoke . Is it serious ? I am afraid after reading some articles about this.

I have noticed a white and reddish patch in the middle of my tongue over the past 2 days.. Back part of my tongue has a bitter taste.. What might be the reason for this and any quick remedies ??

A white and reddish patch developed in the middle of my tongue since past two days .Middle and back pasrt of my tongue tastes bitter. What would be the reason for this and any quick remedies?

I am attaching a pic. I have had this issue for 20 days. I noticed a ringworm kind of patch and also white layer in my groin area which is itchy sometimes. Need medication or any home remedies.

My 4 months baby has a white patch on his cheek after getting a redness due to insect bite,first it was small after a week it is slightly big

Hello. I am attaching the pic. Can you please tell me what that white mark is. It is below my belly and the other one is near my private part area.

I have a very dry mouth, I always have the need to keep sipping something. I wake up with a white tongue and bad breath. I want to get rid of this dryness and bad breath scenario.

White patches on face. No itching . Using dosetil cream and moisturizer but no improvement. What is this. It is fungal infection or p alba. Or t versicolor.

Hi Found this white patches small ones past 6 months,when touched,its painful. Pl suggest. Thanks Poorna

I am having single white spot at the back of tongue on the right side and cough is there. Is it something to worry.

White patches on baby skin clearely visible for 15 days.its growing in many areas of face like neck,cheeks.

Hello,My Daughter is 6 months old she has white patches around nose, mouth and near eyes . I'm using atogla moisturizer

Bad odor in mouth at all times, black patches and cracks on tongue, sensitivity in teeth upper and lower on left side

I have a white patch on lower lip since last 2 months. Its painless, tiny bunch of white rough patches. I don't smoke or chew tobacco or dont have any addiction. Attaching picture of the lesion. Is it curable or its precancerous?

I am attching two pictures. First picture zoom out and second zoom in. I have this mild white patch of kind thing. The area is slightly tender when I eat hard food. Does it look like lukoplekia?

I have these reoccuring patches on my tongue and poor digestion very low body weight dry skin looks like malnutrition. Please help what could be issue .how to avoid this and precautions

One red patch on tongue for 14 days without pain . No fever kindly suggest what is this?? No habit of smoking or taking tobacco

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