The Front Edges Of My Tongue Have Very Recently Become

The front edges of my tongue have very recently become sensitive and painful, starting from the tip and extending on each side for about 1.5 inches. When I touch this area, i can feel that the surface has become relatively rough and "bumpy. This has never happened before and doesn't seem to correlate with anything else going on regarding my life style or my health in general. For starters, i'd like to try an OTC "cure" for a day or so before seeing my GP. I assume giving you my email address won't mean that I'll be getting regular emails from WebMD or associated groups. Thanks.