Result of atherosclerotic plaque blocking one or more of the blood vessels that supply the heart. Can cause chest pain/angina pectoris occurring due to stress of exercise. If blockage completely impedes blood flow to the heart, a heart attack can occur.
A: The most common cause of new or come-and-go tongue swelling (or swelling of the lip or throat) is a type of allergic reaction called angioedema.. Sudden tongue swelling can sometimes be dangerous because it could block your airway. Two types of angioedema can lead to a swollen tongue: 1.
Causes of Similar Symptoms to Tongue discoloration. Research the causes of these symptoms that are similar to, or related to, the symptom Tongue discoloration: 1  Black tongue. 2  Jaundice (789 causes). 3  Anemia (926 causes). 4  Scarlet fever. 5  Kawasaki disease (5 causes). 6  Candidiasis. 7  Riboflavin deficiency.