My mom's tongue became black. Tell me is that any problem. please suggest me. your advice is valuable.

Dr. Anshumali SrivastavaDentist8yrs exp

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She might be using any medications (ayurvedic, homeopathic ,allopathic) or may be suffering from some underlying diseases. In absence of both, it may be normal tongue coating along with chromogenic bacteria. Visit a dentist for proper evaluation.  

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Dr. Sajeev KumarGeneral Physician33yrs exp

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A black hairy tongue is caused by too much bacteria or yeast growth in the mouth. The bacteria build up on tiny rounded projections called papillae. These lie along the surface of the tongue. Instead of shedding as they normally do, the papillae start to grow and lengthen, creating hair-like projections.  

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Dr. Anupreet Kaur ChoudhuryDentist18yrs exp

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I think it is a normal variant, there is nothing to worry.  

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