What is a cure for geograpic tongue?!
Question: Treatment
While there is no known cure or commonly prescribed treatment for geographic tongue, there are several ways to suppress the condition, including avoiding foods which exacerbate the problem. Some people affected by geographic tongue also report that taking Vitamin B supplements causes the condition to go away temporarily. Some groups mention using antiinflammatory steroids applied topically clears the patches. Burning may also be reduced by taking antihistamines. The condition is usually asymptomatic and insignificant; persisting pain is rare. Geographic tongue is not associated with any known systemic diseases.
It has recently been found that geographic tongue can respond to zinc enhancements, such as Solvazinc,[citation needed] taken orally. This opens up the question as to whether the condition is caused by an allergy or a deficiency.
Answers: Treatment
While there is no known cure or commonly prescribed treatment for geographic tongue, there are several ways to suppress the condition, including avoiding foods which exacerbate the problem. Some people affected by geographic tongue also report that taking Vitamin B supplements causes the condition to go away temporarily. Some groups mention using antiinflammatory steroids applied topically clears the patches. Burning may also be reduced by taking antihistamines. The condition is usually asymptomatic and insignificant; persisting pain is rare. Geographic tongue is not associated with any known systemic diseases.
It has recently been found that geographic tongue can respond to zinc enhancements, such as Solvazinc,[citation needed] taken orally. This opens up the question as to whether the condition is caused by an allergy or a deficiency.
Brush your tongue vigoursly with a toothbrush for 2 or 3 minutes 3 - 4 times a day.