Gray and black coating on the tongue: identify the causes, prescribe the treatment

Pure language indicates good human health, and above all indicates the absence of diseases in the digestive system. An example of "health" is the language of the baby. It has a gently pink color with a slight whitish coating, there are no spots, ulcers and grooves.

In adults, such a language is not found - usually it is covered with a touch of different colors, which indicates the presence of certain diseases. The human language serves as an "indicator" of painful processes in the body.

And black black in your mouth

A black plaque on the tongue signals a serious illness - this can not be ignored and it is necessary to consult a doctor immediately to solve the problem.

Reasons for the formation of black plaque:

1. Violation of the acid-base balance with a large deviation, acidosis on the background of dehydration and slagging of the body. It can occur with insufficient consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, and excessive consumption of flour, sweet and fatty foods.
2. Slagging of the body with toxins and other harmful substances .It requires the cleaning of all body systems by applying unloading days, if a person is obese.
3. Black plaque on the tongue with visible spots signals a disease of the gallbladder or gastrointestinal tract .In this case, after eating, the patient often experiences bitterness in his mouth.
4. Some colds of with a critical temperature that has been held for a long time.
5. Infection of the oral cavity with a chromogenic fungus .In the active stage of the presented disease, teeth are affected, too - dark green spots appear on their enamel, as the fungus secretes chlorophyll.

As indicated by the hairy black tongue

As a rule, the hair does not grow on the tongue - this is how the hypertrophied papillae of the tongue look. Due to the disease of the body, the blackening and stretching of the papillae occurs, as a result of which they become like hair.

The causes of the hairy tongue are:

• gastrointestinal diseases( chronic gastritis, colitis, liver disease);
• use of antibiotics, which destroy not only harmful bacteria, but also useful ones;
• infection with fungal infection;
• metabolic disorders;
• use of products containing chemical dyes.

Treatment is performed after complete diagnosis of the body by eliminating the cause of the disease and treating the oral cavity.

Gray plaque - what is the root cause?

When there is a gray coating on the tongue, which does not disappear after hygienic procedures in the morning, it is urgent to visit a gastroenterologist.

Independently, one should pay attention to the density of the plaque: the larger the layer, the more serious the health problem.

If it is easily removed, then you should not worry - it may just be slagging the body. When the raid does not disappear and is present on the tongue constantly, it is necessary to check with a specialist.

The main causes of gray deposits:

1. Disease of the respiratory system - pneumonia, bronchitis, tracheitis. After successfully treating these diseases, the tongue will turn pink again.
2. Long-term treatment with antibiotics or hormonal drugs , which alter the intestinal microflora( dysbacteriosis).Along with the use of these drugs, it is necessary to take probiotics or immunomodulators to normalize the functioning of the intestine and enhance immunity.
3. Inflammatory diseases of the oropharynx - pharyngitis or exacerbation of tonsillitis. Appears in the morning, but after hygiene procedures the mouth disappears.
4. Low immunity - a person is very often sick with viral and infectious diseases. This is a consequence of the multiplication of pathogenic bacteria. Eliminate after the application of vitamins and immunostimulants.
5. Poor oral hygiene - there is a gray coating and bad breath. Eliminated by enhanced hygiene procedures and rinsing the oral cavity with antiseptics.
6. Dehydration of the body - lack of water in the body - it's water, not just liquid. It can be noticed on dry skin, constipation, dry mucous membranes, fatigue.

Finding a gray coating on your tongue, you need to consult a therapist and take all the tests. If necessary, you can consult with a narrow specialist. After the detection of the disease, treatment is started for the doctor's appointments and under close supervision.

Concomitant symptoms

The presence of a dark plaque in the language - a symptom of the disease in the body. But besides this, there are also accompanying signs indicating a specific disease.

The most common odor from the mouth, cracks, dryness of the mucous membranes, which is manifested by "separation" of the upper layer, the appearance of ulcers in the mouth.

If plaque is present:

• only at the tip of the tongue, it may signal the presence of heart disease or respiratory system;
• on the root of - there is a kidney or intestinal disease;
• from the side of the tongue - hence, there are diseases of the liver and gall bladder.

Black plaque on the tongue is accompanied by accompanying symptoms: sour smell from the mouth, the appearance of ulcers and ulcers in the mouth, a bitter taste.

If the plaque appears in the form of small black dots, then this indicates a disease of the digestive system, infection with a fungal infection.

If the plaque forms one large spot, then this indicates a disease of the gallbladder, pancreas and urogenital system.

Diagnostic Techniques

If an unusual attack occurs, you should consult a doctor to conduct a test and to diagnose the cause of its appearance.

The specialist can prescribe the following type of examination:

1. According to , the general blood analysis of determines the presence of inflammatory processes.
2. Analysis of bacteriological culture from defines flora and sensitivity to antibiotics.
3. Biochemical blood test speaks about liver disease. It is possible to detect such a pathology, also by examining the abdominal cavity with ultrasound.
4. The FGS is assigned to check the stomach for peptic ulcer disease.
5. Bowel disease can be detected with a coprogram.

Based on the results obtained, appropriate treatment is prescribed.

Approach to therapy

It is not necessary to start treatment of a plaque, without revealing the reason for its formation. Initially, it is necessary to track the situation for several days, in the mornings, under natural light.

If the raid does not disappear, but on the contrary, darkens and thickens, then a visit to the doctor is inevitable. Eliminate the violation, you can successfully cured the disease, the cause of the raid.

You should also remember to care for the oral cavity - daily brushing of teeth and tongue will eliminate bacteria that quickly proliferate on the mucosa and provoke the spread of infection.

Help yourself

When the appearance of a plaque is not associated with any serious disease, you can get rid of bacteria using decoctions.

The most effective recipes:

1. Decoction of their yarrow, oregano, plantain and linden .For cooking it is necessary to mix all herbs in equal proportions, take a tablespoon of the mixture and pour it with a glass of boiling water, leave for infusion for 3 hours. Take the resulting composition of 100 ml 2 times a day.
2. Decoction from the bark of oak .Take 20 g of bark and pour it with 200 ml of boiling water, insist for 2 hours. Rinse the mouth every time after eating.
3. Flax from the flax seed .Brew a teaspoon of flax seeds with 100 ml of boiling water. Give a little to stand, take it every morning on an empty stomach.
4. Decoction of chamomile, strawberry, sage and mint .Take one teaspoon of each component and brew a glass of boiling water. Let it brew for 30 minutes, drain and rinse the mouth 3 times a day.

Preventive measures

Preventing the formation of a dark plaque in the language is quite simple:

• by rejection of bad habits of , smoking and drinking alcohol;
• revise its diet , do not eat a lot of fatty, roast and salty, and give preference to vegetables and fruits;
• take care of the oral cavity regularly , apply therapeutic toothpastes and antibacterial rinses;
• it is necessary to constantly support the immune system , then the body will fight more actively against various diseases.

The appearance of any plaque on the tongue speaks about a particular disease, exacerbation of chronic diseases, infection with fungal infection or abuse of strong coffee or tea.

To protect yourself from such trouble, often pay attention to your language and take timely measures to eliminate it.