Why do you have cracks in your tongue?

Answer 1

A tongue that is constantly peeling for almost no reason at all is called a geographical tongue.

Geographic tongue is a harmless (benign) oral condition that gives your tongue a map-like, or geographic, appearance. The distinct look of geographic tongue occurs when parts of your tongue are missing the layer of small bumps called papillae. This causes irregularly shaped smooth, red patches to form on parts of your tongue, like a rash.

Although geographic tongue may look alarming, it doesn't cause any health problems and isn't associated with infection or cancer. Geographic tongue is usually painless but can sometimes cause tongue discomfort and increased sensitivity to certain substances. Geographic tongue often heals in one area and then moves (migrates) to a different part of your tongue. Geographic tongue is also known as benign migratory glossitis.

If you have further issues that are of concern please contact your doctor as soon as possible.

Answer 2

Excess heat or yin deficiency Heart imbalance, especially if there is a crack down the middle of the tongue to the tip * sides of the tongue - liver * tip of the tongue - heart * center of the tongue - spleen * back of the tongue - kidney The tongue is supposed to be smooth and right colour if not there is something wrong or an inbalance in your body

Answer 3

Cracks on the tongue, also known as fissured tongue, are typically a harmless condition. It can be related to genetics, aging, a nutritional deficiency, or certain health conditions. In most cases, no treatment is necessary, but good oral hygiene and staying hydrated can help alleviate symptoms.