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Macroglossia is the medical term for an unusually large tongue. [1] Severe enlargement of the tongue can cause cosmetic and functional difficulties in speaking, eating, swallowing and sleeping. Macroglossia is uncommon, and usually occurs in children. There are many causes. Treatment depends upon the exact cause.
“If the reaction causes difficulty swallowing or breathing, medical attention should be sought immediately, as it can be life-threatening,” says Dr. Morrison. 7. You have a bacterial infection
Iron-deficiency anemia is mainly caused by blood loss, such as may occur during menses or gastrointestinal hemorrhage.This often results in a depapilled, atrophic glossitis, giving the tongue a bald and shiny appearance, along with pallor (paleness) of the lips and other mucous membranes a tendency towards recurrent oral ulceration, [6] and cheilosis (swelling of the lips). [7]
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Some modern medical sources still describe the tongue as "the mirror of physical health". [14] This is related to the high rate of turnover of the oral mucosa compared to the skin, which means that systemic conditions may manifest sooner in the mouth than the skin.
A common cause of angioedema, a swelling under the skin with dangerous consequences, is a reaction to ACE inhibitor blood pressure medications. Emergency medicine: Sudden, swollen tongue gives man ...
Ludwig's angina (Latin: Angina ludovici) is a type of severe cellulitis involving the floor of the mouth [2] and is often caused by bacterial sources. [1] Early in the infection, the floor of the mouth raises due to swelling, leading to difficulty swallowing saliva.
COVID tongue symptoms vary. Dr. Omid Mehdizadeh, MD, an otolaryngologist (ENT) and laryngologist at Providence Saint John’s Health Center says they might include: Discomfort. Burning. Swelling ...