Swelling on one side of the body Discomfort where the swelling has happened Changes in skin color Hives and Contact Dermatitis Contact dermatitis is a painful or itchy rash you get after your skin touches something you're allergic to (allergic contact dermatitis) or that's otherwise irritating to...
Regular monitoring of this condition is recommended for any changes that (although rare) could lead to oral cancer. A biopsy may be recommended. Hairy leukoplakia is a white patch on the side of the tongue that appears hairy or rough. This condition is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus and ...
In recent years, although the overall incidence of tongue cancer has been decreasing, this type of cancer has increased in incidence among younger women who do not have a history of drinking alcohol or using tobacco.15Tongue cancer has also been increasing in younger patients due to exposure to...
There are two types. One is called oral tongue cancer because it affects the part you can stick out. The other happens at the base of your tongue, where it connects to your throat. This type, called oropharyngeal cancer, is often diagnosed after it has spread to the lymph nodes in your...
Figure 1. Blister on tip of tongue Figure 2. Herpes simplex infection on lips Figure 3. Blisters under tongue Figure 4. Fever blister on tongue and inside upper lip What causes blisters on tongue (herpes simplex) ? Herpes simplex is caused by one of two types of herpes simplex virus (HSV...
Swelling on one side of the throat (this can indicate an abscess in the tonsils). When to See the Doctor The correct time to see the doctor is when any of the above symptoms are present, along with a sore throat, so that any serious health condition is not allowed to spread. Even ...
Food allergies will often cause tongue swelling or numbness. A common side effect of some antibiotics is the formation of blisters on the tongue, which is followed by numbness and tingling. Anyone experiencing these side effects should consult a doctor and change prescriptions if possible. Pregnancy...
Medication side effects ACE inhibitors, antibiotics, diuretics, and chemotherapy agents can all affect your ability to taste. Nerve damage or trauma If you've been in a traumatic accident on the tongue, neck, or have had Bell's palsy or other ear surgeries, your taste could be affected. Neu...
Many of us take at least one necessary medication. However, all medications have side effects. Some medications have a drying effect on our lips causing them to become chapped, leading lips and mouth corners to become cracked, painful and begin to bleed. . ...
Scratchy, itchy throat is one of the main symptoms of this condition, along with swelling in the tongue, lips, throat, and mouth. These symptoms appear after you’ve eaten the offending food item or been exposed to certain types of pollen. ...