Hairy tongue

Hairy tongue

Definition

A benign condition affecting the dorsum of the tongue. It is characterized by defective desquamation resulting in elongation of the filiform papillae. The dorsum of the tongue has a furry appearance and is usually stained black.

Also known as hairy tongue — 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