6 Things Your Tongue is Telling You About Your Health

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00:006 Things Your Tongue Is Telling You About Your Health

00:03Your tongue can reveal your health status, indicating issues through changes in appearance, color, and texture.

00:12A healthy tongue is pink, smooth, and evenly textured, supporting functions like taste, digestion, and fresh breath.

00:20In contrast, an unhealthy tongue may show abnormal color, pain, or uneven texture,

00:25signaling potential health issues that require medical attention.

00:30A pink-to-light red tongue is normal, but a red or purple tongue may signal health issues.

00:37Conditions like geographic tongue, B vitamin deficiencies, and scarlet fever can cause color changes.

00:47Conditions that cause a white appearance on the tongue include oral thrush, leukoplakia, and oral lichen planus.

00:54While some may be harmless, they can also signal serious health issues.

01:00A yellow tongue is usually not serious, but can indicate a bacterial overgrowth.

01:06Smoking, vitamin deficiencies, psoriasis, and jaundice cause it.

01:10A black or hairy tongue, often harmless, can result from bacterial overgrowth.

01:18Poor oral hygiene, antibiotics, diabetes, or chemotherapy.

01:22Persistent tongue soreness or irritation from tobacco, ulcers, bites, or burns might indicate serious conditions like oral cancer.

01:37Burning tongue syndrome causes persistent mouth burning, triggered by oral infections, allergies, and hormonal imbalances.

01:45Monitoring tongue changes is crucial for health.

01:49Consult professionals as early intervention prevents worsening problems, ensuring optimal health outcomes.