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Having Red And Swollen Tongue. Feeling Bloated. Have IBS. What To Do?
Question: My tongue has been red and swollen for several days, and stings when I eat salad dressing with vinegar. I also have been very bloated for several days..have IBS....but don't think it is connected. Otherwise I am feeling fine.
Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Dear XXXXXXX
It appears that you are experiencing glossitis or tongue inflammation, many causes are possible but the most common would be an allergic reaction to a food or medication. Other more rare causes include iron defficiency and B 12 defficiency. in cases of tongue inflammation, if there is significant discomfort, there are some oral anesthetics such as benzocaine lozenges thatcan help
truly yours
Dr Brenes Salazar MD
Mayo Clinic MN
It appears that you are experiencing glossitis or tongue inflammation, many causes are possible but the most common would be an allergic reaction to a food or medication. Other more rare causes include iron defficiency and B 12 defficiency. in cases of tongue inflammation, if there is significant discomfort, there are some oral anesthetics such as benzocaine lozenges thatcan help
truly yours
Dr Brenes Salazar MD
Mayo Clinic MN
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