Tip of tongue - Apex linguae Causes: A - scarlet fever (Scarlatina) - caused by bacteria Infectious disease B - Malignant tongue tumors - red, bleeding and painful C - map tongue (Lingua geographica) - benign inflammation, genetic cause D - harmless mucosal injuries (Canker sores) - lack of vitamin B 12, Allergies, stress, weakened immune system Therapy: Disinfecting solutions (Chlorhexidine, Tantum Verde) Herbal solutions from salt water, chamomile, Sage or thyme Vitamin B12 (Whole milk, fish, offal, red meat, cheeses, Capsule form, injection treatment)
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