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What Causes Inflamed Tongue With White Coating On Sides?
Question: Middle of tongue inflamed sides white
Brief Answer:
hi, oral candidiasis, candid mouth paint.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, as per your history, 84 years old female on asthma puffs, with white coated tongue suggests oral thrush.
Treatment would be candid mouth paint twice a day for 7 days.
Rinse the mouth thoroughly after puffing.
Check your blood sugar level to rule out diabetes, as oral thrush is common in diabetic patients.
hi, oral candidiasis, candid mouth paint.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, as per your history, 84 years old female on asthma puffs, with white coated tongue suggests oral thrush.
Treatment would be candid mouth paint twice a day for 7 days.
Rinse the mouth thoroughly after puffing.
Check your blood sugar level to rule out diabetes, as oral thrush is common in diabetic patients.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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