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What Causes A Skin Tag On The Tongue?

Hi there,
I'm sorry to bother you but I need my mind putting to rest. I have what looks like a skin tag on the right hand side of my tongue. It started off quite small when it appeared a few years ago, and when I went to the doctors they didn't seem too worried about it.
Now around 2 years on, I have become aware of it again and am sure it is slightly bigger and redder. It is not tender unless I press on it.
Shall I simply get it checked to be sure?
Thanks
Fri, 23 Oct 2015
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

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

As per your complain a skin tag like structure over the tongue can be a fibrous tissue overgrowth knon as a Fibroma or it can also be an arterio venous Malformation causing Hemangioma..
It can also be a chronically overgrown Papillae..
You should consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a clinical examination and a biopsy can help on diagnosis and treatment can be planned accordingly..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Causes A Skin Tag On The Tongue?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain a skin tag like structure over the tongue can be a fibrous tissue overgrowth knon as a Fibroma or it can also be an arterio venous Malformation causing Hemangioma.. It can also be a chronically overgrown Papillae.. You should consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a clinical examination and a biopsy can help on diagnosis and treatment can be planned accordingly.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.