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How to cure white tongue
I am a 49 year old lady. My tongue is staying white all throughout since a week. It also sometimes smells weird to me. What is the cure for this problem? Do I need some medicines for this? Is this a start to some major illness? Will this settle on its own?
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Seems like fungal infection of tongue..
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Dr. Diana Borgio
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Bangalore
White tongue is often related to oral hygiene. Your tongue can turn white when the tiny bumps (papillae) that line it swell up and become inflamed. Bacteria, fungi, dirt, food, and dead cells can all get trapped between the enlarged papillae. This collected debris is what turns your tongue white. Some of the conditions can cause white tongue:
-poor brushing and flossing d
-dry mouth
-breathing through your mouth
-dehydration
-irritation, such as from sharp edges on your teeth or dental instruments -fever
The cause of the white tongue needs to be determined and the treatment to be started accordingly. Some cases resolve on their own and other need conservative treatment
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