Does Being Hiv Positive Cause Someone's Tongue To Swell

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uncomfortable tongue swelling!

have a swelling like sour on my tongue,quite painful especially almost preventing me from eating,i have to force it.lasts for 3days max. havent used any anti-biotics,which do you suggest?? i also have this on-off right side burning sensation?...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

You need to have your tongue/mouth examined by your HIV specialist or an ear, nose and mouth specialist to see if you have an aphthous ulcer, herpes lesion, or other problem that can be diagnosed and treated. Some HIV meds and HIV associated... Read more »

hairy tongue or oral hairy leukoplakia

A few months ago my dentist told me I have hairy tongue probably caused by cigarette smoking? Is... Read more »

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Infected after 'protected' hand-job & boob-job. I challenge you dr.bob, testing after window period will prove you are wrong!(YET ANOTHER IM POSITIVE IM POSITIVE WHO HASNT TESTED POSITIVE, 2010)

Hi Dr.Bob;Hope you are well. Thank you for your contiued help and support and thank you for your... Read more »

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white spot on tongue

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

i had a white spot on my tongue for 2-3 days and it went away. i was also sck around that time with the flu. needless to say, i automatcally thought it was HIV. does this occur when you are HIV positive? please write back and let me know. Thank You

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