glossitis

[glo-sahy-tis, glaw-]

glos·si·tis

[glo-sahy-tis, glaw-]
noun Pathology.
inflammation of the tongue.

Origin:
1815–25; gloss- + -itis

glos·sit·ic [glo-sit-ik, glaw-] , adjective
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glossitis (ɡlɒˈsaɪtɪs)
 
n
inflammation of the tongue
 
glossitic
 
adj

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glossitis glos·si·tis (glô-sī'tĭs)
n.
Inflammation of the tongue.


glos·sit'ic (-sĭt'ĭk) adj.

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glossitis

inflammation of the tongue characterized by loss of the surface papillae, a condition that gives the affected area a smooth, red appearance. Glossitis may be the primary disease, or may be a symptom of one of several hereditary and acquired conditions (such as certain forms of anemia, pellegra, syphilis, or nutritional deficiencies). There may, however, be a mild burning sensation that can be controlled with topical anesthetics.

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