Suggest Remedies For White Discoloration And Tear On Tongue

Posted on Fri, 8 Apr 2016

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Question : I have had a white tongue for some time. tonight there is a small tear and it is bleeding.

Answered by Dr. Neha Sumra (41 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Can be premalignant lesion, go for biopsy

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for writing in.

As per your symptoms, you might be having premalignant lesion like:- leukoplakia, candidiasis or lichen planus.

To rule out, you need to go for biopsy, Meanwhile maintain good oral hygiene by regular brushing & do betadine gargles.

Please Consult an Oral surgeon for further treatment planning.

Please let me know if there's any further doubts..

Wishing you good health

Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee