Transient lingual papilitis 101

What is transient lingual papilitis? Transient lingual papilitis or TLP is a common tongue inflammation that affects one of the several fungiform papillae present on tongue.

What causes transient lingual papilitis? There may be several reasons: - Covid-19, - Drinking something hot or too cold, - Excesive drinking or smoking

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Who are at risk? People who: - Excessively smoke and drink, - Have poor hygiene, - Use retainers, - Have hormone fluctuations, - Stress

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Symptoms of TLP The symptoms include: - Tingling or burning sensation on tongue, - Presence of one or more bumps, - Distortion in taste

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Myths about TLP you should shy away from: - You get it if you lie. Lying is a bad practice, however, apart from guilt, lying will not make bumps appear on your tongue.

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