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Suggest Medications For Swollen Foliate Papillae

I have swollen foliate papillae. I'm a bit concerned.My tongue has been burning, some itching as well on tongue and throat at times. I get a swollen side of the tongue, feels bruised and I get a sore throat and ear on that same side that is affected (mostly the left side.)
Wed, 7 May 2014
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HI.
This is a case of glossitis.
The probable reasons or deficiency of vitamins and folic acid.
Many patients who have colon problems can have this , so it is better to get this too checked and treated -
You need a treatment with multivitamins , a course of antibiotic and metronidazole and supportive medicines.
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Suggest Medications For Swollen Foliate Papillae

HI. This is a case of glossitis. The probable reasons or deficiency of vitamins and folic acid. Many patients who have colon problems can have this , so it is better to get this too checked and treated - You need a treatment with multivitamins , a course of antibiotic and metronidazole and supportive medicines.