Language has an important function in the human body. It can rightly be considered a litmus test, indicating health status.
The slightest changes in the mucous membrane of this organ signal possible disturbances in the functioning of the internal organs or diseases of the oral cavity.
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What is this problem?
Red bumps and pimples on the tongue are formed due to an increase in papillae. Hypertrophy and redness of the latter occurs as a result of shedding tissue.
If the mucous membrane of the tongue is covered with bloom and red pimples, then you should not postpone the visit to the doctor, otherwise the problem may become serious.
First of all, it is necessary to find out in which area a pimple has formed, because the tongue is a suitable place for the reproduction of most bacteria.
In order to visually detect the inflamed area, the simplest method is appropriate: carefully examine this muscular organ for the appearance of red pimples.
You can find several foci of inflammation at once, for example, red or white pimples may occur on the surface of the tongue, each of which has its own cause and etiology.
Where are the red acne in the language?
The following are possible Acne location options:
- Pimple hits the tip. The causes of the formation are diverse, many factors provoke the appearance of red pimples in this particular area.
- Acne on the tongue closer to the throat. Red rashes, as a rule, are located closer to the base of the throat and the root of the tongue, they are almost impossible to see without an additional source of light.
- Red bumps can appear on the tongue from the inside as well as to the side of the bridle. Acne covers different lower zones, but such a clinical manifestation occurs in rare cases.
Causes of red bumps and acne on the tongue
A thorough visual inspection of the inflamed organ is necessary in order to make an accurate diagnosis and conclude that the redness provoked a pimple. It is necessary to clarify that the occurrence of pain not related to mechanical damagereceived during the meal. And also it is necessary to make sure of the absence of stomatitis, fungal and other infectious diseases of the oral cavity, which affect the tongue.
When the nipples on the tongue become inflamed, they increase in size and turn red, and their painfulness is noted, especially when touched or ingested food. In the people such acne received the name - "pip". Causes of inflammation:
- Chemical burn due to aggressive acids or concentrated alkalis in the oral cavity.
- Chemical trauma that a person gets by sucking up some pills. The risk of chemical trauma due to the pill form of drugs increases if the dose exceeds the allowable rate.
- Thermal burns caused by hot drinks or hot meals.
- Puncture or cut bone
- Injury of the tissues of the tongue by dentures.
It is important to reduce the inflammatory process as soon as possible and to stimulate the regenerative mechanisms in the tissues of the affected organ. To exclude the presence of an infectious agent as the culprit of the red pimple, scraping required. With its help, the medical worker identifies the pathogen that allows you to prescribe an adequate treatment.
The causes of the appearance of red rash on the tongue are quite a few:
- Allergic reaction. Allergic nature of the pathology gives a signal about the presence of allergens in hygienic means of caring for the oral cavity: toothpaste, brush, rinse. Allergies can worsen when you use certain foods.
- Red or white acne is one of the obvious symptoms of stomatitis. The mucous membrane of the mouth is inflamed by the action of viruses and bacteria. The classification of stomatitis is based on the causative agent. In the event that stomatitis appears due to non-compliance with the rules of hygiene, then it is not difficult to recover from it. To do this, actively using antibacterial drugs for the rehabilitation of the oral cavity. Dentist care is required when the number of acne inflamed is skyrocketing.
- Vitamin deficiency. Avitaminosis is a common cause for language problems. The lack of vitamins B and folic acid in the body, has its detrimental effect. Taste nipples become bright red.
- Granular pharyngitis. Acne is found on the tongue closer to the throat. The disease is characterized by chronic inflammation of the mucous membranes of the larynx. The back of the pharynx is covered with red blisters, sometimes moving onto the tongue. Pharyngitis often occurs after suffering a cold, tonsillitis.
- Immunosuppressive conditions.
- Digestive problems and dysbacteriosis, marked by a violation of the intestinal microflora and poor absorption of nutrients. For this reason, acne can appear on the basis of the tongue.
- Glossitis. The disease does not affect the oral mucosa, only the tongue becomes inflamed. Often occurs due to trauma to the tongue by a tooth or prosthesis. Deviation can develop in the absence of proper oral care, due to harmful habits. Glossitis may appear on the background of problems with the gastrointestinal tract, the state of anemia and a number of infectious diseases. For a mild form of pathology, stomatitis symptoms are characteristic, that is, red bubbles are noticeable in the tongue. The deep form is complicated by ulcers and phlegmons.
- Thrush. The lesion of the oral cavity with fungi is called candidiasis. The disease makes itself felt when a person's immune functions are weakened or a breakdown occurs in the functioning of organ systems. Together with increased dryness of the mouth and throat, acne can appear on the tongue.
- Impetigo. Streptococcal infection penetrates the root of the tongue and causes the formation of superficial blisters containing a clear liquid.
- Pyogenic granuloma. In rare episodes, it manifests itself in the language in the form of red nodules consisting of blood vessels in the area where there used to be a wound.
- Exudative erythema. The patient complains of red spots and bubbles all over the surface of the tongue. After breaking through, the vesicles leave long-lasting ulcers. The reason lies in the pathogens.
- Scarlet fever. All the oral cavity is characterized by inflammation, red acne affects the tonsils and appears on the tongue.
How to treat?
How to treat inflammation in the tongue? What will help to remove painful acne, giving a lot of inconvenience? If red pimples have arisen due to illness and home conditions do not allow to diagnose it, then the best see a dentist or otolaryngologist.
The specialist will conduct the necessary laboratory tests and identify the cause of the disease.
For the treatment of the patient may be prescribed such medications as pyridoxine, fungizone, monistat, nystatin. You should be careful and do not forget that self-medication usually does not give the desired result, and sometimes aggravates the process.
Recommendations that will help alleviate the condition patient until medical assistance:
- Try not to injure irritated oral cavity.
- Do not abuse coffee, hot tea.
- Stop smoking and not drink alcohol
- Avoid too hot food, eat spicy and salty foods as little as possible, limit the amount of sugar and seasonings.
- Rinse the mouth with antiseptic solutions, potassium permanganate, chlorhexidine. You can use traditional medicine recipes and rinse your mouth with infusions of medicinal plants: chamomile, calendula, sage. The procedure is carried out at bedtime and after waking up, and after meals.
- Fungal infection, as the cause of the appearance of red acne on the tongue, is eliminated by rinsing with soda solution or some antimycotic drug, such as nystatin.
- If the cause of blistering lies in a viral or bacterial infection, then self-treatment can harm the patient, so you can only remove the unpleasant symptoms, rinsing and drinking plenty of water.
Situations that should make the patient seek medical care:
- If, in parallel with the appearance of acne on the tongue, red spots and pimples are poured on the body
- The body temperature rises.
- The pimples itch and start to ache, bringing discomfort.
- There is swelling of the gums, lips or palate.
Having examined the patient, the doctor may prescribe:
- When allergic genesis of acne in the language is recommended to take antihistamines.
- For the speedy healing of wounds prescribed antiseptics
- Probiotics are prescribed to eliminate dysbiosis
- Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs to kill bacteriological pathogens.
Conclusion
For any, even small rashesrequires close observation. Doctors strongly advise not to make independent attempts at drug treatment. In no case can not squeeze and pierce the bubbles on the tongue, as this can lead to the growth of infection.