Geographic language, also known as benign migratory glosite or migratory eruption, is an alteration that causes red, smooth and irregular spots on the tongue, forming an image that resembles a geographic map. This situation is rare and has no well-defined cause, but is more common in people in the same family, indicating that there may be a genetic factor associated with its onset.
In most cases, geographic language does not lead to symptoms and treatment is not necessary. However, in some cases, this can cause pain, burns and discomfort after eating hot acidic or salty foods, and it is recommended that the person avoid eating these foods.
- The geographic tongue appears when taste buds in certain areas of the tongue begin to disappear.
- Forming small red and irregular spots.
- Similar to a map.
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- The specific causes that lead to the disappearance of taste buds are not yet known.
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- It is thought that this may be related to certain situations.
- Such as:.
Geographic language usually does not result in other signs and symptoms besides spots on the tongue, but some people may experience burns, pain or increased tongue sensitivity when eating very hot, spicy or acidic foods.
Geographic language does not occur in most cases to signs or symptoms and does not alter the taste of food, although some taste buds disappear, treatment is not necessary. However, in case of burns or discomfort when eating certain foods, your dentist may indicate the use of certain medications or rinses, such as:
To avoid the appearance of uncomfortable symptoms and the use of medication, it is recommended that the person with the geographical language avoid foods that can damage the tissue of the tongue, i.e. foods too hot, spicy, too spicy or salty, for example. In addition, you should also avoid smoking and not use toothpastes that contain chemicals, such as bleaching substances or very intense flavors.