Possible Causes for coated tongue Constipation Am Fam Physician. 2005 Dec 1;72(11):2277-2284. A more recent article on constipation in older adults is available. Patient information: See related handout on constipation, written by the author of this article. Constipation is a common complaint in older adults. Although constipation is not a physiologic consequence of[…] [aafp.org] Oral Candidiasis tongue Gingival erythema: linear Gingivitis: ulcerative Herpes simplex Herpes simplex: oral ulcers Herpetic gingivostomatitis [hiv.va.gov] […] brain fog, fatigue Frequent headaches, joint and muscle pain, recurrent ear infections Extreme sensitivity to chemicals, perfumes, smoke, or other odors Bad breath, white-coated [paulaowens.com] A thickly coated tongue will indicate bacterial imbalance and poor gut function. [doctorshealthpress.com] Alcohol Abuse We report a fatal case of fungal (candidal) endocarditis of the tricuspid valve with clinico-pathologically interesting findings following and associated with candidal pneumonia during long-term central venous catheterization (CVC) for intravenous therapy and long-term treatment with antibiotics for bacterial and[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Geographic Tongue Oral thrush Oral thrush is an infection in the mouth caused by a fungus, which can cause a coated or white tongue and areas of soreness. [knowyourdoctor.com.cy] The overgrowth of papillae trap food and bacteria, which create the characteristic dark ‘coat’ on the tongue’s surface, while the tongue looks furred because of the layering [betterhealth.vic.gov.au] Another vital signal is the odor of volatile sulfide compounds that signifies the existence of periodontal disease and/or tongue's coat. [ejgd.org] Scarlet Fever Before the rash develops, scarlet fever can cause a variety of symptoms in your child including: fever sore throat chills headache vomiting stomach ache coated white tongue [childrenshospital.org] The tongue may get a white coating with red spots, often called 'strawberry tongue'. Once this coating comes off the tongue is bright red. [healthnavigator.org.nz] Some of the initial symptoms that are common before the development of the rash include: Sore throat Fever Chills Vomiting Headache Stomachache The tongue becoming coated [newkidscenter.com] Adenoid Hypertrophy […] the tongue for more than 10 minutes has bleeding after the first day vomits blood or something that looks like coffee grounds What Else Should I Know? [kidshealth.org] […] doesn't go away with pain medicine refuses to drink isn't peeing at least once every 8 hours Get medical care right away if your child: has blood dripping out of the nose or coating [kidshealth.org] […] medicine has trouble turning the neck refuses to drink isn't peeing at least once every 8 hours Get medical care right away if your child: has blood dripping out of the nose or coating [kidshealth.org] Sjögren Syndrome With this infection, white lesions coat the inside of your mouth and tongue. [nyulangone.org] […] or white tongue Associated symptoms of dry eyes Dry eyes can lead to: burning or stinging eyes itchy eyes a feeling that there's grit in your eyes irritated and swollen eyelids [nhsinform.scot] You may also be able to have a coating applied to your teeth to protect the enamel. Brush and floss your teeth. Use a toothpaste that contains fluoride. [drugs.com] Tuberculosis RATIONALE: Lymph node is a preferred site for extrapulmonary tuberculosis (TB). In the thorax, mediastinal tuberculous lymph nodes can erode adjacent structures such as heart, aorta, and esophagus, forming fistula, and causing fatal consequences. However, tuberculous bronchonodal fistula as a complication of[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Oral Leukoplakia There are a number of different types of tongue coating and the most common is usually not a cause for any concern. [healthhype.com] Hairy leukoplakia information Oral hairy leukoplakia is a white thickening or coating of the lining of the mouth. It looks like white vertical folds or ridges. [raysahelian.com] However, sometimes white coatings in the mouth may be a disease that cannot be removed and requires medical treatment. What is oral leukoplakia? [healthhype.com] Tongue Disease Tongue coating can result from increased formation or decreased natural abrasion, and from xerostomia or dyschylia. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] A cold or gastrointestinal disorder often gives the tongue a thick, white coating. [star2.com] Tongue coating is connected with the organs, meridians, qi, blood, and body fluid. [onlymyhealth.com] Lichen Planus When lichen planus involves the scalp, it is known as lichen planopilaris, and when it involves the eye, it is known as ocular lichen planus; both are rare. Early detection and targeted therapy are crucial in preventing hair loss and scarring conjunctivitis. Little is known regarding appropriate treatment for lichen[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Stomatitis Bad breath and a coated tongue are common side effects. Gently brush your child's teeth every day. [account.allinahealth.org] Sigmoiditis There is an elevation of temperature, accompanied by pain and possibly a chill, coated tongue and peritoneal irritation. [chestofbooks.com] It resembles in character acute catarrh proctorial There is severe pain in the left ilia Fosse, sometimes accompanied by a chill, rise in temperature, a coated tongue, possibly [chestofbooks.com] Hairy Leukoplakia Oral hairy leukoplakia is an Epstein-Barr virus-associated lesion that is considered to be a marker of immunosuppression. We report a case of oral hairy leukoplakia in a healthy nonimmunosuppressed elderly patient with no evidence of HIV infection on repeated investigation. This report has important implications on[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Fissured Tongue 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 33.3 2 66.7 0 0.0 3 100.0 Erythema 1 100.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 100.0 Coated tongue crenated tongue 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 100.0 0 0.0 1 100.0 Coated tongue [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] whitish patches. fissured tongue Scrotal tongue. forked tongue Bifid tongue. furred tongue A coated tongue on which the surface epithelium appears as a coat of white fur. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com] N % N % N % N % N % N % No tongue disorders 188 53.4 37 10.5 63 17.9 48 13.6 16 4.5 352 100.0 Coated tongue 3 18.8 2 12.5 3 18.8 5 31.3 3 18.8 16 100.0 Oral submucous fibrosis [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Upper Respiratory Infection A whitish coating may appear on the tongue, causing the normal bumps to appear more prominent. [emedicine.medscape.com] Vitamin D Deficiency It started with my gums turning watermelon red and the a film like thrush (but not) coating my tongue. … More symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency? [easy-immune-health.com] Vaginal Candidiasis Oral Thrush (infection of the mouth, throat, coated tongue). Skin rash or other skin issues. Digestion issues such as constipation or diarrhea, bloating, gas. [candidaspecialists.com] Gingivitis Patches can also coat the tongue and corners of the mouth and leave a bleeding surface if wiped away. [msdmanuals.com] Tonsillitis Opening the mouth is often difficult and painful, the tongue is coated, and there is a mouth odor. [ghorayeb.com] The raspberry or strawberry tongue that results is characteristic of scarlet fever after the initial white coating of the tongue has been removed. [pascoe.de] […] developing on the tongue Halitosis or bad breath Changes in voice tone and clarity Complications of Tonsillitis Tonsillitis can cause numerous complications including: A [sinuswars.com] Pharyngitis The tongue may be bright red with a white coating (strawberry tongue). 4 Other Bacterial Causes of Pharyngitis Gonococcal pharyngitis occurs in sexually active patients 18 [aafp.org] Periodontitis The detection rate of Streptococcus mutans from the tongue coat samples showed no significant difference. [ci.nii.ac.jp] Effects of tongue cleaning on bacterial flora in tongue coating and dental plaque: a crossover study. BMC Oral Health. 2014;14:4. [decisionsindentistry.com] There was a significant relationship in that the bacterial species found in the tongue coat were the same as those in the dental plaque. [ci.nii.ac.jp] Sinusitis Such patients tend to have very foul breaths and the tongue of such patients tends to be gray coated and may be affected by a metallic taste at all times. [web.archive.org] Acute Respiratory Infection The signs of tonsillitis are dry tongue, enlarged red tonsils, tonsillar and pharyngeal yellow exudate (surface coating), red throat, and enlarged and tender cervical lymph [wikieducator.org] Goiter coating and wiry pulse. [acupuncture.com] A white coating over the tongue resolves quickly leaving a strawberry appearance to the tongue owing to the swollen papillae. [antimicrobe.org] A large, soft and smooth mass accompanied by hoarseness of voice or a sensation of oppression over the chest, poor appetite and greasy tongue coating is attributed to phlegm [acupuncture.com] Streptococcal Infection Red bumps develop on the tongue, which is coated with a yellowish white film. The film then peels, and the tongue appears beefy red (strawberry tongue). [merckmanuals.com] A strawberry tongue (inflamed papillae protruding through a bright red coating) also occurs and must be differentiated from that seen in toxic shock syndrome and Kawasaki [msdmanuals.com] Tongue Ulcer PROBLEM: I've had a white coating on my tongue for about two months now. This white coating is sometime accompanied by frequent ulcers on my tongue. [thebody.com] The tongue coating shifted to a healthier white color and sublingual vein engorgement and blood stasis of the tongue significantly decreased. [healthcmi.com] Bad breath and a coated tongue are common side effects. Gently brush your child's teeth every day. [medlineplus.gov] Esophagitis For adults there is also a tablet that you dissolve on the tongue. [gutscharity.org.uk] The treatment is given last thing before bed via either an asthma style pump which you swallow rather than inhale or slurry (a thick liquid) which you swallow to coat the [gutscharity.org.uk] Hay Fever […] composition of the tongue coating could serve as a biomarker for early-stage pancreatic cancer. [news-medical.net] Microbes on the tongue could be used to diagnose pancreatic cancer Researchers at Zhenjiang University School of Medicine, China have found that disruption in the microbial [news-medical.net] Chronic Sinusitis There is a high probability that, like so many Americans, they will see a thick, white coating on their tongue. Coated tongues are common now. Why? [lifeextension.com] Avoid dairy: Dairy products help offending bacteria multiply, coat your tongue and throat, and find their way to your stomach. [kaplansinusrelief.com] RH: Have your readers examine their tongues in the mirror. [lifeextension.com]
