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A: Geographic tongue is a fairly common condition. It can occur at any time in life, including childhood. It is estimated to affect from 1 - 2.5% of the population. In affected individuals geographic tongue tends to vary in color, shape and size --- hence the name of the condition.
Geographic tongue gets its name from the upper surface and sides of the tongue looking like parts of a map. Geographic tongue is also known as benign migratory glossitis or oral erythema migrans.Picture of geographic tongue. Geographic tongue is a harmless or benign condition that usually gets better on its own after some weeks or months. It is not a sign of cancer.Geographic tongue symptoms may also affect other areas of the mouth.Affecting about 1% to 3% of people, geographic tongue can appear at any age.eographic tongue is a harmless or benign condition that usually gets better on its own after some weeks or months. It is not a sign of cancer. Geographic tongue symptoms may also affect other areas of the mouth. Affecting about 1% to 3% of people, geographic tongue can appear at any age.