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Underlying Cause


Black Tongue Underlying Cause
The surface of the tongue is covered with small lumps that contain taste buds. Black tongue may be caused by bacteria, food or medicines that accumulate between the small lumps.

Causes of black tongue include:
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Last Updated: Mar 17, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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