Thrush, candidiasis, a fissured tongue, a hairy tongue, and glossitis can affect the overall health since the tongue is involved in vital aspects of daily life.
GlossitisThis inflammation can be caused by the consumption of spicy foods that engender subsequent irritation, alcoholic beverages, or excessive use of tobacco.
Fissured tongue
If the tongue shows cracks at the top, known as a scrotal tongue or split (fissured) tongue. On some occasions, it causes discomfort and is generally accompanied by bad breath.