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Are Growths On The Underside Of The Tongue A Concern?

Hi, I just noticed some growths on the underside of my tongue. I also have had a white spot/ white tongue for a couple of months. They aren’t painful, but the more I google the more I freak myself out. I’m going to my primary care doc in 2 weeks, but lack a dentist. Cancer? Dying?
Fri, 15 Dec 2017
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Hi..
Thanks for the query.

Growths on underside of tongue can be due to warts caused by viral Infection..

If it is on the base of tongue one on either side of midline then it can be plica fimbriata that is a normal anatomical structure..

White tongue can be due to fungal or yeast Infection over the tongue causing Oral Thrush..

So my suggestion is to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated..
For yeast infections you can be advised antifungal Mouthwash like Nystatin.
Clotrimazole lozenges can be advised..
Also eat plenty of probiotics like Yogurt and garlic..
Oral antifungal medication like Fluconazole can also be advised..

For growth under tongue treatment can be advised once you are diagnosed appropriately..

Hope this helps..

Regards..
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Are Growths On The Underside Of The Tongue A Concern?

Hi.. Thanks for the query. Growths on underside of tongue can be due to warts caused by viral Infection.. If it is on the base of tongue one on either side of midline then it can be plica fimbriata that is a normal anatomical structure.. White tongue can be due to fungal or yeast Infection over the tongue causing Oral Thrush.. So my suggestion is to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated.. For yeast infections you can be advised antifungal Mouthwash like Nystatin. Clotrimazole lozenges can be advised.. Also eat plenty of probiotics like Yogurt and garlic.. Oral antifungal medication like Fluconazole can also be advised.. For growth under tongue treatment can be advised once you are diagnosed appropriately.. Hope this helps.. Regards..