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What Causes Yellow Discoloration On The Vallate Papilla Of The Tongue?

Hey, I just noticed that one of, what I believe is the vallate papilla, on the left side of my tongue has a green/yellow colour. It almost looks like a irritated pimple in its intense colour. I ve experienced a little discomfort on that side of the tongue the last few days, but nothing like pain. Any clue what it might be?
Tue, 29 Mar 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

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

As per your complain if you have a green/yellow pimple like structure over the tongue, it does not seems to be an irritated papillae,rather it seems to be most probably an apthous ulcer that is formed over the tongue leading to formation of an irritated ulcer..
The soreness/discomfort is also due to it..

I would suggest you to start applying an antiseptic ointment containing Chlorhexidine over it..
If there is pain you can also apply numbing gel containing Lignocaine..
Gargle with antiseptic mouthwash solution..
Avoid spicy and hard foods..
In case if it does not resolve or worsen in a week consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Causes Yellow Discoloration On The Vallate Papilla Of The Tongue?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain if you have a green/yellow pimple like structure over the tongue, it does not seems to be an irritated papillae,rather it seems to be most probably an apthous ulcer that is formed over the tongue leading to formation of an irritated ulcer.. The soreness/discomfort is also due to it.. I would suggest you to start applying an antiseptic ointment containing Chlorhexidine over it.. If there is pain you can also apply numbing gel containing Lignocaine.. Gargle with antiseptic mouthwash solution.. Avoid spicy and hard foods.. In case if it does not resolve or worsen in a week consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.