Your tongue may offer up clues about surprising conditions -- including hypothyroidism and certain infections.
Bumps, patches, and spots in your mouth can be harmless. But sometimes, they can give clues to what’s going on with your overall health. Infections, stress, medication issues, and even aging can make their marks on your tongue. Find out what your tongue is telling you and when you should see your doctor or dentist.Creamy white spots could be thrush, a fungal infection . It often happens after an illness or medications throw off the balance of bacteria in your mouth.
For some people, acidic foods like pineapple as well as toothpaste, mouthwash, candy, or gum also make their mouth burn.A tongue without any small bumps on the top may look glossy red. You may get it if you don’t get enough of some nutrients like iron, folic acid, or B vitamins. Infections, celiac disease, or some medications can also cause it. If you have patches of smooth areas next to bumpy ones, it could be geographic tongue. The spots can come and go, and sometimes they hurt or burn.
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