![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/what-your-tongue-say-about-your-health/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/1_Portrait-of-man-pointing-to-his-tongue.jpg&description=A GP has revealed what the inside of your mouth really means for your health - from mouth ulcers to a geographic tongue.Dr Rachel Ward has revealed what the inside of your mouth really means for your healthChecking inside your mouth can tell you a lot about your health, and any changes can be indicative of some deadly diseases. The tongue has between 2,000 and 4,000 taste buds, allowing you to experience textures and flavours. It is also home to the majority of bacteria that lives in your mouth, and while some promote health, others can be harmful. NHS GP, Dr Rachel Ward of Woodlands Medical Centre in Didcot, has revealed what the inside of your mouth really means for your health. Mouth ulcers Ulcers are small, painful patches or lumps inside your mouth that will generally heal by themselves within a few days. She told the Sun: "If you have a non-healing ulcer or a new lump on the tongue, it could be a sign of oral cancer and you should arrange to see your doctor or dentist straight away." White patches inside your mouth that will not rub off White patches that don't rub off and appear inside your mouth and on your tongue are known as Leukoplakia. "They are mostly benign but can be pre-cancerous and needs to be seen by your dentist or doctor," Dr Rachel adds. White spots that can be scraped off White spots that can be brushed off with a toothbrush, could be a sign of oral thrush, the doctor explained. She said: "It is often associated with soreness, an unpleasant taste and difficulty eating and drinking. "Though oral thrush is common and normally easily treated, if it becomes a recurrent issue it may indicate another underlying health issue such as a problem with your immune system or a deficiency.' Want to get the latest health news direct to your inbox? Sign up for the Mirror Health newsletter HERE The tongue has between 2,000 and 4,000 taste buds, allowing you to experience textures and flavours ( Getty Images) The term 'hairy tongue' is used to describe an abnor){kind=link}
A GP has revealed what the inside of your mouth really means for your health – from mouth ulcers to a geographic tongue.
Checking inside your mouth can tell you a lot about your health, and any changes can be indicative of some deadly diseases.
The tongue has between 2,000 and 4,000 taste buds, allowing you to experience textures and flavours.
It is also home to the majority of bacteria that lives in your mouth, and while some promote health, others can be harmful.
NHS GP, Dr Rachel Ward of Woodlands Medical Centre in Didcot, has revealed what the inside of your mouth really means for your health.