Patches on the tongue; Tongue - patchy; Benign migratory glossitis
Symptoms:
a map-like appearance to the surface of the tongue
smooth, beefy red patches and lesions on the tongue
patches that change location from day to day
soreness and burning pain (in some cases)
Signs and tests:
Your doctor will usually diagnose this condition based on an examination of your tongue. Tests are usually not necessary.
Review Date: 4/11/2005
Reviewed By: Kevin Fung, MD, FRCS(C), Department of Otolaryngology, Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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