Due to the fact that the tongue is completely devoid of sebaceous glands, acne in the well-known sense of the word cannot form on it.
However, any pathological formation in the language, due to its external similarity, we are used to call it "pimple."
In this article, we will consider their types, causes, and main treatment.
Pimple on the tongue - reasons
The appearance of a pimple in a language is a fairly common problem. And although on the one hand there is nothing to worry about, because it can be easily cured and does not cause complications, but on the other hand, it can signal the presence of health problems. To eliminate and prevent the reappearance of pimples, it is worth identifying the cause of their appearance as early as possible.
As we know, there are no sebaceous glands in the tongue, and the appearance of pimples in the tongue is caused by pathogenic bacteria. In addition, the oral cavity and tongue in particular are common indicators of the proper functioning of internal organs. Therefore, sores in the tongue, this is the first alarm signal, indicating the presence of health problems.
But the appearance of a pimple is not necessarily related to the disease. Sometimes, when eating food, a bite of the tongue occurs, and as a result, a tiny mechanical injury appears. The likelihood of injury increases when eating tougher foods with sharp edges, such as chips, seeds, crackers, etc. At the site of such damage, at first a small swelling or nodule appears, and after a while, this nodule resembles a white pimple with its appearance. If the injury is very severe, mild swelling of the tongue may occur.
A pimple in the tongue can also be evidence of a food allergy. In other cases, this may be an allergic reaction to medications or to oral care products. In this situation, small white acne or ulcers form, causing painful and unpleasant sensations during meals or when drinking drinks. If you suspect an allergy, you must stop taking the suspected allergen and consult a doctor.
Another reason for the formation of pimples in the tongue is the disease of internal organs, including tuberculosis. If the pimple in the tongue does not disappear for a long time, be sure to seek medical advice.
With reduced immunity, due to a lack of vitamins and minerals or due to a recent illness, small and quite painful pimples can also form on the tongue. If the presence of other reasons for their occurrence has not been identified, then you should seek help from an immunologist to examine the state of the immune system.
Pimples on the tongue - types and consequences
Pimples on the tongue often become the result of candidiasis (thrush) or stomatitis. Since the treatment of these two diseases is very different, it is advisable to see a doctor when the first symptoms appear.
Stomatitis is a common cause of red, white, or pink pimples in the tongue. Frequent development of stomatitis occurs due to insufficient oral care, as well as due to the ingestion and spread of pathogenic bacteria on the oral mucosa. Basically, stomatitis is a childhood disease, because it is they who tend to pull dirty hands and objects into their mouths.
With stomatitis, on the entire mucous surface of the oral cavity, a lot of pimples are formed, which cause great discomfort. With stomatitis, there are usually a lot of pimples. They can be located both pointwise and merging with each other. The main places of accumulation of such pimples are the tip and root of the tongue. Painful enough for a person, especially when eating. At the first suspicion of this disease, treatment is required to be started, since the consequences of stomatitis can be quite serious.
Candidiasis. You can get candidiasis as a result of a weakened immune system, prolonged use of antibiotics or pregnancy. In newborns, this disease is often found. In this case, the infection occurs from the mother during childbirth or during breastfeeding.
With candidiasis, in addition to white pimples that are located under the tongue or on the base and tip of the tongue, a covering plaque in the tongue is also characteristic, which looks like cottage cheese. In especially severe cases, the entire area of the tongue and the inner surface of the cheeks may be affected. Timely treatment is necessary to prevent the spread of candidiasis into the body, as the Candida virus can cause severe complications, such as meningitis, nephritis, endocarditis.
Herpes. Often, only the lips become the lesion area of this virus, but in fact herpes can affect all the mucous surfaces on the human body, and the oral cavity is no exception. With this disease, watery pimples can form on the tongue and inner surface of the cheeks. Most people do not pay enough attention to this disease, believing that it will pass in a week. In fact, the herpes virus is quite dangerous, and without proper treatment, it can affect the entire human body, including the brain.
Improper nutrition can provoke inflammation of the tongue or medical tongue - glossitis. With frequent consumption of too spicy, salty or hot food, papillae located on the entire surface of the tongue can become inflamed. Outwardly, it will look like little red pimples. If glossitis is not treated, then the disease can become chronic. Also, alcohol or smoking can provoke inflammation of the tongue. It is possible to relieve inflammation of the tongue with the exception of irritating factors and timely treatment.
Pimple on the tongue - what to do
In order to cure and minimize the further occurrence of pimples in the oral cavity, you need to know the exact cause. The simplest and surest way to identify the problem of the appearance of a pimple in the tongue is to consult a doctor. Possible treatment:
• Gel "Holisal". This dental preparation copes well with the cause of microbes, relieves inflammation and provides local anesthesia for stomatitis. This drug is applied directly to the affected area half an hour before meals and at night.
• Kamistad gel, with lidocaine and chamomile flower extract, is a popular pain reliever and anti-inflammatory. When using this gel, the damaged mucosa is very quickly restored.
• Aerosol agent "Proposol". Propolis as part of the drug has an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and regenerative effect.
• The Maraslavin solution, made on medicinal herbs and roots, perfectly relieves inflammation in case of dental diseases. The solution is used when rinsing or making lotions directly on the affected area.
• Nystatin and Diflucan are used in the treatment of fungal infections of the oral mucosa.
Pimple in the language: treatment with folk remedies
In addition to drug treatment, treatment with folk remedies is quite effective.
• Herbal rinses. Chamomile, calendula, sage, St. John's wort, eucalyptus are perfect. You can brew both individually and assembled. Before use, the finished infusion must be cooled and filtered.
• Zelenka. After rinsing with a soda solution, each visible pimple is greased with a solution of brilliant green.
• Celandine solution. A solution is made of celandine juice and water (1: 1) and, using a gauze swab, make lotions directly on the affected areas for 2 minutes. After rinse your mouth with clean water. This method is only used to treat an adult.
• Aloe. Juice from a freshly cut aloe leaf is squeezed onto a gauze swab and applied to the problem area.
