White Spots On Tongue Causes, Treatments and More
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Do's and Don'ts
Whatever the cause of the white spots or lesions on the tongue, doing certain things and avoiding others may help relieve some symptoms, especially if the individual is experiencing any pain connected to the condition. Using a brush or scraper to clean the tongue may help improve the white tongue's appearance.
Acetaminophen or ibuprofen may help relieve some of the pain, and avoiding any hard, spicy, salty or acidic foods and too many hot drinks could help prevent irritating the condition.
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