How Allergies Affect The Tongue?
Geographic tongue is a map-like appearance of your tongue due to irregular patches on its surface.
Alternative Names
Patches on the tongue; Tongue - patchy; Benign migratory glossitis; Glossitis - benign migratory
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The specific cause of geographic tongue is unknown, although vitamin B deficiency may be involved. Other causes may include irritation from hot or spicy foods, or alcohol. The condition appears to be less common in smokers.
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