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Jan 25 • 11 tweets • 4 min read
What The Color Of Your Tongue Means?
~ Please read this carefully. 🧵 1. Black
A buildup of keratin can cause the tongue to turn black. Keratin is a protein in the skin, hair, and nails.
According to the Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center, a keratin buildup can cause the tongue to become black and hairy. A buildup can result from:
-bad oral hygiene
-medications, such as some antibiotics
-tobacco use
-radiation therapy
-Drinking dark liquids — such as coffee or black tea — can also blacken the tongue.
In rare cases, a black tongue results from a more serious health condition, such as diabetes or HIV.
