Geographic tongue

ICD-10 Code K14.1

Geographic tongue

Definition

A benign condition characterized by the development of irregular patches in the surface of the tongue resulting in a map-like appearance. The patches migrate from day to day and usually resolve without treatment.

Also known as benign migratory glossitis, glossitis areata exfoliativa — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Craniocervical region Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Craniocervical region Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Tongue Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Tongue Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0