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Should A Cardiac & Pulmonary Patient Be Concerned About Sudden Bright Blue Tongue?

Hello, I have both cardiac and pulmonary issues. Lately, My tongue is a BRIGHT blue! This is the second time I noticed it. The first time I noticed it was maybe a few weeks back. Usually I just brush teeth, rinse etc. Should I simply call my cardiologist, or my pulmonary doctors and have them look at it. Please advise, thank you!!! Suzi Ropiequet
Mon, 24 Feb 2014
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Hi Suzi,

Thanks for your query.

A bluish tongue denotes deficiency of oxygen in the blood due to either, impaired pumping of the heart (causing poor circulation);or, impaired diffusion of gases (intake of oxygen into the blood and expulsion of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere).

It would not be possible for me to advise whether to see the cardiologist or Pulmonologist, since you have not mentioned the diseases of the heart/lungs. I suggest that you first see the cardiologist, since a failing heart is more serious than the impaired functioning of the lungs.

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Dr. Rakesh Karanwal
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Should A Cardiac & Pulmonary Patient Be Concerned About Sudden Bright Blue Tongue?

Hi Suzi, Thanks for your query. A bluish tongue denotes deficiency of oxygen in the blood due to either, impaired pumping of the heart (causing poor circulation);or, impaired diffusion of gases (intake of oxygen into the blood and expulsion of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere). It would not be possible for me to advise whether to see the cardiologist or Pulmonologist, since you have not mentioned the diseases of the heart/lungs. I suggest that you first see the cardiologist, since a failing heart is more serious than the impaired functioning of the lungs. If you find my response helpful and informative, do not forget an “excellent” (5-star rating) to my answer, to ENCOURAGE ALL doctors- engaged in social service- to render sound advice to the FREE queries. Take care Dr. Rakesh Karanwal