• chewing problem
• swallowing problem
• speaking problem
• smooth surface of the tongue
• sore
• tender
• swollen tongue
• pale to the tongue
• bright red color to the tongue
• tongue swelling

• anemias
• vitamin B deficiencies
• bacterial infection
• viral infection
• fungal infection
• administration of ganglion blockers

• allergic reaction to toothpaste
• allergic reaction to mouthwash
• allergic reaction to breath fresheners
• lichen planus
• erythema multiforme
• aphthous ulcer
• pemphigus vulgaris
• use of albuterol

• exposure to tobacco
• exposure to alcohol
• exposure to hot foods
• Sprue
• Crohn’s disease
• Whipple disease
• Glucagonoma syndrome
• Cowden disease
• Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
• Carcinoid syndrome
• Kwashiorkor amyloidosis
• veganism diet
• poor hydration
• low saliva in the mouth
• mechanical irritation
• injury from burns
• rough edges of teeth
• tongue piercing

• by good oral care
• drinking plenty of water
• avoiding excessive use of irritant substance

Number of Cases

• Very common > 10 Million cases

Common Gender

• Blood test: To rule out the problems that associated with glossitis

• Good oral care: Brush your teeth thoroughly to prevent glossitis
• Avoiding irritants: Avoid hot or spicy foods, alcohol, and tobacco to ease discomfort

• Diet supplementation: To treat nutrition problem

• Burning Mouth Syndrome
• Geographic Tongue
• Black Hairy Tongue
• Burning Mouth Syndrome
• Geographic Tongue
• Black Hairy Tongue