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What Causes A White Spot Under The Tongue?
Brief Answer:
Frictional keratosis, leukoplakia, candidiasis, upload images
Detailed Answer:
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The white spot under the tongue can be because of the frictional keratosis secondary to chronic irritation by the sharp teeth. The other possible cause can be leukoplakia(if you the habit of tobacco chewing) or fungal infections like candidiasis. Nothing to to be panic, consult an oral physician and get it evaluated rather than oral surgeon. It cannot be a scar unless there previous history of surgery in that area.
The white spots and pain in the neck and shoulder are not related. For this issue, you can consult an orthopedician and take an opinion.
If possible upload the images so that I can give you better diagnosis and treatment plan.
If it is because of frictional keratosis or leukoplakia nothing to worry, it won't harm you. If it is causing some discomfort then you can get it surgically removed. If it is a candidiasis then it can be treated with a course of anti fungal agents.
I hope I have answered your query. If you have any queries reply me back. Take care.
Frictional keratosis, leukoplakia, candidiasis, upload images
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your query. I have gone through your query.
The white spot under the tongue can be because of the frictional keratosis secondary to chronic irritation by the sharp teeth. The other possible cause can be leukoplakia(if you the habit of tobacco chewing) or fungal infections like candidiasis. Nothing to to be panic, consult an oral physician and get it evaluated rather than oral surgeon. It cannot be a scar unless there previous history of surgery in that area.
The white spots and pain in the neck and shoulder are not related. For this issue, you can consult an orthopedician and take an opinion.
If possible upload the images so that I can give you better diagnosis and treatment plan.
If it is because of frictional keratosis or leukoplakia nothing to worry, it won't harm you. If it is causing some discomfort then you can get it surgically removed. If it is a candidiasis then it can be treated with a course of anti fungal agents.
I hope I have answered your query. If you have any queries reply me back. Take care.
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Dr. Kampana
Answered by
Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S
Dentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Practicing since :2007
Answered : 3377 Questions
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