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What Could Cause White Spot On The Tongue?
hi , from last 1.5 year white spot on my tounge no it is increase its surface kindly tell me what can i do for this even i have two or three time i can check by docoter one doctocer is say it is geographical but other is say it is fungal infection ?
Fri, 20 Jun 2014
thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the white spot could be a frictional keratosis, leukoplakia, lichen planus or candidal infection. consult a oral physician to rule out the above said conditions and treat according. if it is frictional keratosis then we have to treat the causative tooth causing irritation. if it is leukoplakia you have to stop the habit of smoking (if you have), if it is fungal infection, you have to take topical antifungal agents. i hope my answer will help you. take care.
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Hello!Thank you for posting here.
You did not mention if you smoke or why did it start.Did you have a sharp tooth hurting there.do you have any burning sensation or pain on the area.I suggest you to see a oral pathologist near you.A clinical examination followed by biopsy is necessary to help you.
Maintain a good oral hygiene.Quit tobacco immediately(chewing or smoking).
If this is a fungal infection, you need topical nystatin or candid ointment application.Check if you are low on immunity.Control your blood sugar levels.
Go for a biopsy as early as possible.
Regards.
You did not mention if you smoke or why did it start.Did you have a sharp tooth hurting there.do you have any burning sensation or pain on the area.I suggest you to see a oral pathologist near you.A clinical examination followed by biopsy is necessary to help you.
Maintain a good oral hygiene.Quit tobacco immediately(chewing or smoking).
If this is a fungal infection, you need topical nystatin or candid ointment application.Check if you are low on immunity.Control your blood sugar levels.
Go for a biopsy as early as possible.
Regards.
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