Diagnosis of Lingual Atrophic Conditions: Associations with Local …
WEBNov 16, 2016 · This article focuses mainly on local and systemic conditions associated with atrophy of the dorsum of the tongue, currently considered a potential indicator of general health.
Common Tongue Conditions in Primary Care - AAFP
WEBMar 1, 2010 · With geographic tongue, the dorsal tongue develops areas of papillary atrophy that appear smooth and are surrounded by raised serpiginous borders. These regions of atrophy spontaneously...
Tongue Problems: Types, Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
WEBFeb 14, 2023 · Tongue problems may include a tongue that’s painful, enlarged or swollen, oddly textured or an unusual color, like white, yellow, brown or black. Infection, inflammation and conditions you’re born with or develop later in …
Atrophic glossitis: An often-overlooked oral condition
WEBNov 7, 2023 · A smooth, red tongue is the most common clinical sign of atrophic glossitis. The tongue may also be dry and sore. In some cases, patients may also experience a burning sensation in the mouth or difficulty tasting food. Evaluation and treatment. The diagnosis of atrophic glossitis is based on a clinical tongue examination.
Dysarthria - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJul 12, 2024 · Dysarthria happens when the muscles used for speech are weak or are hard to control. Dysarthria often causes slurred or slow speech that can be difficult to understand. Common causes of dysarthria include conditions that affect the nervous system or that cause facial paralysis.
Glossitis: Symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment
WEBNov 29, 2023 · Atrophic glossitis: Also called Hunter’s glossitis, here, many of the tongue’s small bumps (papillae) shrink, which changes the surface of the tongue, making it appear glossy.
Tongue Problems: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment - Healthline
WEBNov 16, 2023 · Atrophic glossitis. Atrophic glossitis is a condition in which the tongue is missing some or all of its papillae, making its usually rough surface smooth. As a result, if you have this...
Glossitis: Types, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
WEBAug 9, 2022 · Glossitis is a condition in which your tongue becomes inflamed and swollen. Causes include allergic reactions, infections and dry mouth. Glossitis treatment depends on the cause, but may include antibiotics, dietary changes and improved oral hygiene. Once treated, glossitis usually goes away.
Tongue problems: Symptoms, causes, and treatment - Medical News Today
WEBJul 21, 2020 · 1. Lichen planus. This is an autoimmune inflammatory condition that occurs when the immune system attacks the cells of the skin. Symptoms. Lichen planus often presents a white, lacy pattern...
Glossitis: What Is It, Causes, Signs and Symptoms, and More
WEBDec 4, 2023 · There are many different types of glossitis, including atrophic glossitis, which presents as a smooth glossy tongue surface caused by loss of papillae; median rhomboid glossitis, where oral candidiasis causes a region without papillae in the central area of the tongue; geographic tongue due to patchy losses of papillae which can appear to move, ...