Tongue, Hairy

A benign condition of the tongue characterized by hypertrophy of the filiform papillae that give the dorsum of the tongue a furry appearance. The color of the elongated papillae varies from yellowish white to brown or black, depending upon staining by substances such as tobacco, food, or drugs. (Dorland, 27th ed)

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): C07.465.910.791

MeSH Unique ID: D014064

Entry Terms:

• Hairy Tongue
• Hairy Tongues
• Tongues, Hairy

See Also:

• Leukoplakia, Hairy

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Diseases Category
Stomatognathic Diseases
Mouth Diseases
Tongue Diseases
Tongue, Hairy