Have Swollen Tongue With Fissures And Migrating White Patches. Not Cured By Medicines. What Am I Suffering From?

Question : I have had the following symptoms since February of this year: swollen tongue with fissures and migrating white patches. The insides of my cheeks also seem to be swollen. My tongue is sensitive to spicy, salty, and acidic foods and drinks. In that time I have also noticed an occasional blister on the inside of my right cheek (3 times to be exact). I have seen an ENT who first treated me for thrush, however, the medication did not work. After that, he tried prednisone, but the swelling did not subside. I was then given a topical steroid, which did not work. Tried prednisone again, but had no luck. I cut out out anything that caused additional irritation, such as toothpaste with whitening agents, and so far, have not noticed a difference. I was referred to a dermatologist who prescribed a topical ointment, which seemed to help a little with the surface of my tongue, but not the swelling. I had my B-12 levels tested, and they came back normal. We tried one more round of prednisone, but still, no luck. I was finally referred back to the ENT for a biopsy. The pathology report first indicated inflammation. When the final results came in, I was told that it was lichenoid reaction. The dermatologist tried a metal patch test, which came back negative, and referred me to an allergist. The allergist is doing blood work to check for systemic inflammation. All three doctors have told me that this is not contageous. Two so far have told me that it is nothing serious. However, I am still concerned. I have been researching my symtoms, which may not be a good idea. I read that licehnoid reaction can be tied to oral HPV, which I understand can be contageous, and that some can even cause cancer. Looking for professional insight on what this could be, and if oral HPV is likely given my symptoms and biopsy results.

Hello Dr. XXXXXXX and thank you for your response. In answer to your questions, I did have fillings done, but I have had them for over 25 years. The patches on my tongue change from day to day. My dermatologist had me apply Trentinoin gel. I have uploaded a photo. Please let me know if the photo is not clear enough. I don't know if I mentioned it, but I was treated for thrush, but it was ruled out as I did not respond to the anti-fungal that was prescribed by the ENT.