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Can anyone please tell me what is this white patch on left side of tongue...i have attached a photo...

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White tongue is usually caused when bacteria, debris (like food and sugar) and dead cells get trapped between the papillae on the surface of your tongue. These string-like papillae then grow large and ...  Read More

I am having the white patches on my tongue. It comes and goes and it has been more than three months now. I have been using Clotrimazole mouth paint for this. Any suggestions?

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It can be oral thrush. Antifungals has to be taken systemically. Maintain good oral hygiene. For prescription of medication you can consult through this. ...  Read More

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I have white patches on my tongue since last couple of month. Is this reason for calcium or vitamin deficiency? Can you please suggest something?

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there are various causes for whitish patches over tongue..commonly occurs after an episode of systemic infection such as viral fever or typhoid fever. other conditions which can cause patches include ...  Read More

What does this white patch on tongue indicate ? Also there are cracks on tongue. Had fever yesterday now ok.

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It may mean vitamin deficiencies. In some Infections etc it can happen too. ...  Read More

From last 4/5 month, I have a white patch on my tongue. I want to know the reason and remedy. Second thing, day by day I am becoming restless. Can you please help me on this?

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Madam I need more details to know what is wrong There are many causes for getting irritated. May be even hunger :-) You can consult me at Surabhi Speciality Homeopathy Gud day ...  Read More

White patch on tongue No pain or irritation No issues in eating or chewing, what could be the cause ?

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Hello! More details required ...  Read More

I am white patches on tongue. This is the third time within 3 months it has arrived. I have been using a mouth paint of clotrimazole.

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Need to consult for the same ...  Read More

Hi from last 8 month I can see white patch on my tongue . I never smoke . Is it serious ? I am afraid after reading some articles about this.

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Hi As you said you don't smoke and you don't have any substance abuse then this patch is less likely to be a cancer. Hence to confirm this ot the nature of this you require to take a biopsy and then ...  Read More

I have little white patches on my tongue which r rough. Earlier there was one for the past 2 years but now 2 more have arrived. In the morning my tongue is also rough. I do not smoke.

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It is painful ? Any bleeding from the patch ? Have you been taking any medications? ...  Read More

A white and reddish patch developed in the middle of my tongue since past two days .Middle and back pasrt of my tongue tastes bitter. What would be the reason for this and any quick remedies?

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Kindly share the picture to diagnose in a better way ...  Read More

I have a small white patch on my tongue for the past 25 days. I don't have pain but sometimes it feels like no taste and bitterness. I have updated pictures of it. Can anyone suggest me what to do ..is it serious..At the moment i am taking multivitamins

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Kindly take consultation for better evaluation and treatment ...  Read More

Today i suddenly noticed white patches on tongue surface which is not removable even after using a tongue cleaner.I am worried.I smoke on average 5 cigerettes since 10 years.I am attaching the pictures.

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Warm watwr gargles ...  Read More

I was a chronic smoker since 5 years . Quit smoking since 1.5 month . I have been experiencing throat pain especially while swallowing and can also see white patches on the roof of my throat . My sputum is also dark in colour I am scared please help me

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I am having dryness and white flaky skin near the penis–scrotum area. Mild itching only, no redness or pain. Coconut oil did not help. Skin feels tight and irritated due to friction. No medication currently. Please guide

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Connect here for treatment ...  Read More

Hello, My son has got white patches below his left eye. It is there from last one week. Nowhere else he has got it. Can you please let me know what is it and what to do? Thanks in advance, Ashoka

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Unless directly seen ,it's difficult to diagnose ...  Read More

One year ago hair fall and patches still there's I don't know how to control I want final suggestion

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Specific medication will improve condition. Kindly consult online with pictures for proper treatment and guidance. ...  Read More

A white patch on my penis skin and it burn when touch that part plz help ,It has been 3day an when clean the skin part a white colourless liquid come from the skin

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello doctors, My daughter is 11 years old. I am attaching a picture which I have taken from Google (since I could not click a pic at the back of tongue). My daughter is constantly coughing. I found similar thing at the back of her tongue. I am very scared. What is it? Please guide me.

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This is normal. It is called the epiglottis. It helps in covering the airway when you swallow you food. It is a normal anatomical structure ...  Read More

My daughter had cough and cold . She is 3.6 years. Had ascoril ls. Cough is better but now she has 2-3 white spots/ eruptions in her throat. Now she is taking augmentin. Last month too she had throat infection. We live in ncr where the aqi is above 350. Also, shd did not brush for 6 days straight. Can that also contribute to such white patches?

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It looks like she might have enlarges tonsils and for now it has caused tonsillolith formation ("tonsil stones") Aggravated by poor oral hygiene It's advisable to begin with maintaining oral hygeine ...  Read More

Hello!! I have these spots on tongue.. i am little bit tensed about it.. kindly reply if is normal or not?? Thanks in advance..

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It's quite normal for now .....you may have a checkup ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have dandruff in my hair and due to that I get white patches on my facial skin and under eyes. Can I apply ketoconazole or any other shampoo for this.

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Consult ...  Read More

I delivered a baby on 27th June 2025. I had groin infection immediately thereafter due to irritation of cleaning solution used for cleaning after delivery. I took fluconozole 150 mg for a while and the active groin infection (tiny bumps redness and irritation) subsided but the skin has become black. Since I had frequent and irregular periods, i use

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There is some postinflammatory desquamation, it might be scaly for some time and the skin will be more sensitive. However it is advised to stop using any out of the ordinary products which contain fra ...  Read More

Hii my 4 year old has white patch below the eye. Local dermatologist said it may be hormonal issue or vitamin deficiency and prescribed Tacrolimus Ointment We are using this for the past 10days but there is no difference. What should i do

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Only one eye ? Or anywhere else in body Proper history and evaluation needed ...  Read More

3 years before I visited Dr and he said that I have GERD. I have got white coating on my tongue. What does it represent.

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It can be because of many things. ...  Read More

I have a 5-month-old daughter and lastly she has white patches on her neck and chest. I'm a bit worried. How it will cure .

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Hello mam, i understand your concern I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on Practo or whatsapp chat (84960595 ...  Read More

Hi Doctor , I am feeling painless White patches in mouth. What is the treatment for that to remove. And what are medication I need to take and also food

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Hi, Share picture. Visit a dentist and get a complete dental examination done. ...  Read More

20 months old baby having white patches on the neck and back area have tried OTC antibiotic, antifungal creams and homeopathic treatments prescribed by doctors in the last year nothing worked would like views of other doctors here

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Pic is not clear. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

Hello doctor, Yesterday I visited an ENT specialist with my father. He has been experiencing burning sensation on his tongue and pain over a specific area. On examination, the doctor diagnosed a small patch of leukoplakia on the left lateral border of his tongue. I would like to understand: 1. What could be the possible causes of this leukoplakia?

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Ulcers on tongue..painful white blisters from past 20 days...coming back after hot foods and spicy food... It went off again I eat groundnut boiled...it came back Am allergic to ground nut Applying quadragel... Now pain is reduced but not cured completely Pls help It's irritating me a lot Any problem

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A picture is required as there are many lesions which occurs on tounge. You may consult a dentist soon at a clinic . ...  Read More

I have noticed this white patch in my inner cheek. It is smooth, soft and when I press, it is filled with blood again. This is the same spot where I had undergone laser surgery twice. First it was mild dyplesia; second it was oral lichen planus in the year 2022. Should I go for the biopsy once again. Please suggest a further treatment plan. Should

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Advisable to go for repeat scalpel biopsy, not laser ,for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Laser biopsies have some disadvantages like thermal artifacts ,which may interfere with pathologi ...  Read More

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