Things Your Tongue Says About Your Health!

Have you ever wondered why in most cases, when you visit your doctor, he/she asks you to stick out your tongue? While it is true that the doctor has a better view of the throat when your tongue is stuck out there is also another fundamental reason for it. The doctor would also like to know the soundness of your tongue. You might have heard this old saying that a lot can be said about you by looking at your tongue. This holds certainly true in modern times and if your tongue looks unhealthy, it is time to get yourself evaluated by a physician.

Let us look at some common symptoms and what you can infer from them:

• If your tongue is black and hairy: Much like hair, the papillae on your tongue grow throughout the lifetime. They become excessively long in some people and they can harbor bacteria. They look like dark patches and can resemble a mole on your skin. The condition may be common for people suffering from diabetes and for people who take antibiotics regularly.
   
• If your tongue is sore or bumpy: If your tongue is always sore, it can be due to a result of an accident or an injury. You might have accidentally bit your tongue and the place is prone to infections and redness. The place may not be able to secrete enough saliva on its own and can cause these rashes or a sore tongue. They are also caused by smoking and in some cases, people with mouth ulcers can get them. Mouth ulcers in the tongue can be painful and can be especially messy.

Doctors advise to check your tongue on a daily basis and any changes should not be ignored and should be treated with the seriousness it deserves. Seek medical help immediately if these changes do not go away even after a week or two.