What Causes Occasional Discolouration At The Tip Of The Tongue?

Posted on Sun, 8 May 2016

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Sun, 8 May 2016 Answered on

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 Last reviewed on

Question : tip of my tongue sometimes get discolored

Answered by Dr. Honey Arora (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Can be due to multiple reasons, needs more details

Detailed Answer:
Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain discoloration of tip of the tongue that occurs sometimes can be due to causes like:
-Tongue bite.
-Sore formation.
-Staining etc..

I would like to know a few more details before I can guide you further..

1.What is the colour that occurs during discoloration?
2.Is there any pain or swelling associated with discoloration?
3.Is the discoloration in the form of a path or just change in colour of the tongue tip?
4.Do you have any medical problems or are you on any medication?

Kindly revert back with answers

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.

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