An indicator of the general condition of the human body, in particular, the gastrointestinal tract, are such characteristics of the language as spots, dots, plaque. If red dots appear on the tongue, plaque or ulcers, know that you have to go to the dentist. The listed manifestations can be symptoms of various diseases of the oral cavity, such as glossitis, stomatitis, herpes, candidiasis. The doctor will conduct an examination, prescribe the necessary tests, prescribe an effective treatment.
Geographic language
In the case of the non-dental nature of the disease, it is worth visiting a gastroenterologist or cardiologist, since red dots on the tongue sometimes signal some diseases of the circulatory system or gastrointestinal tract. This can be judged by the presence of a yellow rim around, spots located on the tongue in the form of continents and oceans . A similar rash can occur in a woman during pregnancy. This is considered the norm and should not cause much concern.
More about the reasons
When the red dots on the tongue cause itching, there is a chance that the virus can be transmitted by contact or airborne droplets, or by shingles. Such cases are usually accompanied by fever, chills, general malaise. Among other possible diagnoses, one can distinguish the disease with vitamin deficiency (with vitamin B12 deficiency), iron deficiency anemia, erythema, aphthosis, and syphilis.
Danger of tumor development
Often points on the tongue are the result of eating disorders, overeating or an allergic reaction to the use of incompatible products, drugs, alcohol. The surface of the tongue can be mechanically injured, for example, with candy, or irritated by too spicy or hot food. Eating spicy foods and smoking often cause white or gray spots to form on the tongue . They do not pose an immediate threat to health, however, there is a likelihood of a tumor developing, and not necessarily benign.
About childhood diseases
Appearing in children in the tongue, red dots may indicate a disease of scarlet fever or Kawasaki syndrome , a disease to the end of an unclear etiology. There is an assumption that this autoimmune disease has a genetic basis.
The appearance of plaque in white, yellow
Not only the red dots on the tongue can be disturbing. A white dense coating on the tongue most likely indicates violations in the gastrointestinal tract, expressed by constipation or poisoning. The cause of yellow plaque may be abnormal work of the esophagus or gall bladder. It is worth remembering that the more juicy the color of the plaque, the more serious the disease that caused it. In any case, do not postpone a visit to the doctor for a long time. He will establish a diagnosis and prescribe the necessary course of procedures and medicines.
Recommendations
In order to avoid deterioration and further development of the disease, it is worth excluding alcohol and spicy foods from the diet, and more thoroughly conduct oral hygiene procedures. For these purposes, solutions of manganese or furatsilina in the form of rinses or lotions are suitable.