A white coating on your tongue is often harmless and linked to bacteria buildup or poor oral hygiene, but in some cases, it can signal infection or underlying health issues. Here’s what causes it—and ...

If, during your brushing and flossing routine, you notice white spots on your tongue, it might be time to schedule a check-up with your dentist. “Anytime someone sees anything they are concerned about ...

Generally speaking, a tongue’s color will fall somewhere between a pale pink and dark red, with a thin, white-ish layer of keratin on top.Photograph: 4FR/Getty Images Once, at a party, a woman said ...

Our tongues rarely get the attention they deserve as health indicators, yet their appearance can reveal surprising information about our overall wellbeing. A healthy tongue should appear pink, moist, ...

A 60-year-old Black man with hypertension and type 2 diabetes presents with a 1-month history of a yellowish, green furry plaque on his tongue. He states that he drinks several cups of coffee and eats ...

Strawberry tongue can be a sign of conditions like Kawasaki disease, scarlet fever, and toxic shock syndrome (TSS). Get medical attention if you have a high fever, difficulty swallowing, or a skin ...