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What Causes Tongue Problem Causing Difficulty In Eating And Breathing?

Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My mother is 86 and has suffered with various disorders and is on much medication. For some 4 months she now has tongue problems which effect eating and breathing. Tongue was white and is now brown coated. Dr has taken her off cream for tongue to look at further causes /
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Tue, 12 Aug 2014
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First, make sure oral hygiene is maintained that includes brusing the tongue and she is up to date with her regular dental exams. Many medications have side effects including producing a dry mouth. Keep well hydrated and rinse often. Avoid irritants. There are many dental products specifically designed for addressing this condition.
Antibiotics can cause a bacteria imbalance and result in an oral yeast infection. Taking acidophilus may help avoid this occurrence. Nystatin, a prescription anti-fungal medication may be required to treat an oral yeast infection.
Other systemic factors including gastric disturbances and sinus irritation can cause changes in the mouth. Diet and particular food choices can contribute to coatings forming on the tongue. See what changes you can make on your own and continue to report all conditions of the mouth to your physician and dentist.
Thank you for your inquiry. I hope my suggestions are helpful and offer some relief.
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What Causes Tongue Problem Causing Difficulty In Eating And Breathing?

Hello, First, make sure oral hygiene is maintained that includes brusing the tongue and she is up to date with her regular dental exams. Many medications have side effects including producing a dry mouth. Keep well hydrated and rinse often. Avoid irritants. There are many dental products specifically designed for addressing this condition. Antibiotics can cause a bacteria imbalance and result in an oral yeast infection. Taking acidophilus may help avoid this occurrence. Nystatin, a prescription anti-fungal medication may be required to treat an oral yeast infection. Other systemic factors including gastric disturbances and sinus irritation can cause changes in the mouth. Diet and particular food choices can contribute to coatings forming on the tongue. See what changes you can make on your own and continue to report all conditions of the mouth to your physician and dentist. Thank you for your inquiry. I hope my suggestions are helpful and offer some relief.