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What Causes Swelling And Painful White Spot On Tongue?

I traveled from Arizona to California for 3 weeks returned Nov. 11. Stressful situation. 2 days after returning home, I developed small white layers of granules on my tongue, painful. began to scrape them off both sides of tongue leaving white coating over most of the tongue. Repeatedly brushed to remove white thin coating. Tongue is swollen and somewhat painful but granules don't seem to be returning. the granules were about the size of "o &O" rangin from white to slightly yellow beige. I don't think it was an allergy but may be an immune system problem but need to wait to go to the doctor until I recive my medicare part B which is in January. What can you tell me about this condition that may help with the pain. I am allergic to steroids, & preservitives.I don't have a doctor in my new state of residence.
Thu, 8 Jan 2015
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Its may be due to stress, lack of sleep or tissue injury is thought to be the cause of simple tongue / mouth ulcer. Certain food , inclined citrus or acidic fruits can trigger the ulcer or make the problem worse . so, avoid spicy, hot and citrus food for 2-3 weeks. Pain from the ulcers generally lessens in a few days and the sores usually heal without treatment in about a week or two. If your sores are large ,to much painful or persistent, your dentist may prescribe an antimicrobial mouth wash and some ointment , mouth sore gelto reduce pain and irritation. Avoid alcoholic drinks and soft drinks because they can cause further irritation . Drink more water , practice proper dental care and rinse with salt water.
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What Causes Swelling And Painful White Spot On Tongue?

Hello , Its may be due to stress, lack of sleep or tissue injury is thought to be the cause of simple tongue / mouth ulcer. Certain food , inclined citrus or acidic fruits can trigger the ulcer or make the problem worse . so, avoid spicy, hot and citrus food for 2-3 weeks. Pain from the ulcers generally lessens in a few days and the sores usually heal without treatment in about a week or two. If your sores are large ,to much painful or persistent, your dentist may prescribe an antimicrobial mouth wash and some ointment , mouth sore gelto reduce pain and irritation. Avoid alcoholic drinks and soft drinks because they can cause further irritation . Drink more water , practice proper dental care and rinse with salt water.