In the fall of 2020, Katie Drablos noticed a canker sore on the back of her tongue that wouldn’t go away. As the pain increased, she visited urgent care, wondering if it was a COVID-19 symptom. It ...

When Mari Henderson read a story about a woman the same age as her with tongue cancer, she asked for a biopsy. It helped her receive an early diagnosis. For several weeks, Mari Henderson felt a canker ...

If, during your brushing and flossing routine, you notice white spots on your tongue, it might be time to schedule a check-up with your dentist. “Anytime someone sees anything they are concerned about ...

Katie Drablos was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in April 2021. A specialist removed a spot of tongue cancer and found lesions that had spread to her neck. The 35-year-old is recovering now, a year ...

Your mouth isn’t just where symptoms show up — it’s one of the first places the body sends signals when something isn’t right ...

Cold sores, or oral herpes, are blisters that form on or near the lips, nose, or mouth. In some cases, cold sores can form on the tongue. HSV-1 can transmit between people through mouth-to-mouth ...

Tongue cancer is a form of oral cancer that originates in the tissues of the tongue. It is a serious health condition where early detection is crucial for effective treatment and better outcomes. The ...

Dear Dr. Douma: I need further information on white coating on my tongue and dry mouth. I've been shuffled from doctor to doctor without any help. They just say it will go away. But it has not gone ...