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What Causes Disappearance Of Taste Buds?

Yes, I have a question. My wife has noticed that her taste buds on her tongue over time have disappeared and reappeared several times over again. What could be causing this. The dentist said something along the lines of pre-cancer, what does that mean?
Mon, 11 Aug 2014
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Dentist 's  Response
Hello,
Any type of tissue change considered abnormal may be monitored and considered at a higher risk for a possible cancerous condition developing in the future. I recommend that you consider visiting an oral surgeon to evaluate the tissue since you report this as a reoccurring condition.
Follow good daily oral hygiene. Avoid all irritants such as smoking and alcohol. Maintain your routine dental exams on a regular basis. Monitor for any changes and visit your dentist as soon as possible if you have any concerns. Early diagnosis is very important to Successful treatment if necessary.
Your dentist has not recommended any medications or additional testing such as a biopsy from your description. I do not think there is any immediate concern other than careful monitoring. To put your mind at ease, plan a visit to the oral surgeon for a second opinion.
Thank you for your inquiry. I am glad to answer questions if you provide additional information.
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Dentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S's  Response
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The disappearance of the taste buds could be because of the anemia or secondary to nutritional deficiency or stress.
Nothing to worry about cancer, it is not so.
Consult a good oral physician and get it examined properly. You have to get a complte blood investigation done to rule out anemia. You can take nutritional supplement, consume lot of leafy vegetables, Fruits rich in iron.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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What Causes Disappearance Of Taste Buds?

Hello, Any type of tissue change considered abnormal may be monitored and considered at a higher risk for a possible cancerous condition developing in the future. I recommend that you consider visiting an oral surgeon to evaluate the tissue since you report this as a reoccurring condition. Follow good daily oral hygiene. Avoid all irritants such as smoking and alcohol. Maintain your routine dental exams on a regular basis. Monitor for any changes and visit your dentist as soon as possible if you have any concerns. Early diagnosis is very important to Successful treatment if necessary. Your dentist has not recommended any medications or additional testing such as a biopsy from your description. I do not think there is any immediate concern other than careful monitoring. To put your mind at ease, plan a visit to the oral surgeon for a second opinion. Thank you for your inquiry. I am glad to answer questions if you provide additional information.