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    Posted on: 06/22/2004

    Question

    my tongue looks like it has broken cuts on them. could there be something wrong?

    Submitted on 06/16/04 at 06:00:40


    Answer

    Very rarely changes in your tongue can indicate some type of medical problem. However, most likely it is just how your tongue is, especially if you are having no other symptoms of illness. If there's any doubt, you should make an appointment with your medical provider.


    Answered By:
    Irene Lin , M.D.


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