Geographic tongue is a benign condition. It doesn't pose a threat to your health, cause long-term complications or increase your risk of major health problems.

However, anxiety about the condition is fairly common because:

  • The appearance of the tongue may be embarrassing, depending on how visible the lesions are
  • It may be difficult to be reassured that there is, in fact, nothing seriously wrong
July 25, 2013

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