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What Causes Blackish Lines On The Tongue Of An Infant?

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Posted on Wed, 29 Jun 2016
Question: hi..
my baby is 5 months old. i've noticed recently black lines on his tongue. what can this mean?
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Answered by Dr. Eric Goldstein (14 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Black Lines

Detailed Answer:
Hello. I just read through your question.
This is typically considered normal. If the baby is otherwise ok, you have nothing to worry about. Mention it to your doctor at the next visit so they are aware. Besides that, there is nothing to do.
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What Causes Blackish Lines On The Tongue Of An Infant?

Brief Answer: Black Lines Detailed Answer: Hello. I just read through your question. This is typically considered normal. If the baby is otherwise ok, you have nothing to worry about. Mention it to your doctor at the next visit so they are aware. Besides that, there is nothing to do.