Yellow tongue is usually a harmless symptom due to bacteria buildup.
Yellow tongue can also be a phase before a condition calledblack hairy tongue.
Are There Tests to Diagnose the Cause of Yellow Tongue?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yellow tongue is resulting from extra bacteria on the tongue.
This can be a result of poor oral hygiene or consuming too much alcohol or caffeine.
smoking, some prescription medications and cancer treatments, and illegal drugs.
Drugs that treat COVID-19 can also affect the body’s bacteria.
Also, infection can lessen saliva in the mouth, which causes bacteria to remain on the tongue.
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