For all of us with white tongues...

[sleevedin2018 41]

I had a checkup with my PCP today and he checked my tongue which looks like I’ve been licking white paint for a month. He called it “furry tongue” and suggested I suck on some pineapple daily. Not sure what the science is behind pineapples and furry tongues, but I figure it can’t hurt to try! [emoji13]

[Espen 6]

I thought that a white tongue was a sign of dehydration... I guess other things could cause it to, since your doctor didn’t mention it.

[sleevedin2018 41]

I thought that a white tongue was a sign of dehydration... I guess other things could cause it to, since your doctor didn’t mention it.

White tongues can and do signify dehydration, however, I think the “pattern” of the whiteness/how it looks helps to determine if it’s dehydration or just a “furry” tongue. Mine definitely is of the “furry” pattern/texture haha! Gross 🤢

[Tyson4834 59]

I had Thrush on my tongue, which is pretty common after a surgery. This is pretty much a yeast infection on your tongue. My PCP prescribed oral Nystatin to swish and spit (can be swallowed). You may want to ask for a second opinion.

[sleevedin2018 41]

I had Thrush on my tongue, which is pretty common after a surgery. This is pretty much a yeast infection on your tongue. My PCP prescribed oral Nystatin to swish and spit (can be swallowed). You may want to ask for a second opinion.

I’ve used Nystatin for true oral thrush before, which worked great! This doctor was my third opinion (had it in hospital too) and nobody thinks it’s oral thrush. I asked if it was but they’ve said it isn’t looking like it. If it doesn’t go away in a few more days I’ll ask for some Nystatin! Thanks!

[Perryman 5]

I have a geographic tongue, which includes the nasty fur. Aurgh. I'm going to try pineapple!

[Losebig 508]

Just check with your surgeon on pineaple. It has an enzyme that breaks down some of your tongue/ mouth. It may not be ok on a healing stomach.

Edited January 25, 2018 by Losebig

[kakatlady612 1,053]

Maybe pineapple from a can the kind in its own juice, raw might not be as good for you you.

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