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Dr — 1. I Seem To Have Developed A Couple
Question: Dr —
1. I seem to have developed a couple of black spots on my tongue
2. It happened a few days ago as well, and then after about a day they went away
3. But then today the two dots reappeared
4. It may have occurred after I eat something sour like a grape
5. Do you know what this means.? I’ve attached a couple of photographs.
1. I seem to have developed a couple of black spots on my tongue
2. It happened a few days ago as well, and then after about a day they went away
3. But then today the two dots reappeared
4. It may have occurred after I eat something sour like a grape
5. Do you know what this means.? I’ve attached a couple of photographs.
Brief Answer:
Different causes
Detailed Answer:
Dear sir, I have gone through your question and attached photos and I understand your concerns. Black tongue dots are usually harmless and temporary. They may develop as a result of using medications or smoking tobacco, however they may also be due to more serious causes such as cancer tongue. I would recommend that you brush your tongue twice daily with your tooth brush for three days, if the spots disappeared then there is no need to worry. If the spots persists then you need to be examined by your dentist. I hope you find this helpful.. if you don’t have any other clarifications then please close the discussion
Different causes
Detailed Answer:
Dear sir, I have gone through your question and attached photos and I understand your concerns. Black tongue dots are usually harmless and temporary. They may develop as a result of using medications or smoking tobacco, however they may also be due to more serious causes such as cancer tongue. I would recommend that you brush your tongue twice daily with your tooth brush for three days, if the spots disappeared then there is no need to worry. If the spots persists then you need to be examined by your dentist. I hope you find this helpful.. if you don’t have any other clarifications then please close the discussion
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