{
  "id": 20029147,
  "title": "Swollen Tongue: Causes, Symptoms and Home Remedies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/14/swollen-tongue-causes-symptoms-and-home-remedies",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-11-14T18:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/swollen-tongue-causes-symptoms-and-home-remedies"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A swollen or unusually thick tongue can make it difficult to speak, chew, swallow, or move the tongue. This condition can develop suddenly or over time and may stem from various causes, such as minor irritation, acidity, allergies, nutritional deficiencies, or other medical issues.\n\nSymptoms include a swollen, enlarged, or thicker-than-usual tongue, making speaking and moving the tongue uncomfortable. It may also cause burning, soreness, tenderness, difficulty chewing or swallowing, teeth marks along the sides of the tongue, and changes in taste perception.\n\nAmong the causes are allergic reactions to food, medicines, or other substances; tongue injuries, burns, or irritation; infections or inflammation; deficiencies in vitamins B12, folate, or iron; hypothyroidism or other medical conditions; and dry mouth or dehydration.\n\nFor relief, ensure adequate water intake and avoid spicy, hot, acidic, or irritating foods. Maintain good oral hygiene and avoid tobacco and alcohol. If the swelling follows exposure to a new food or medicine, discontinue further use and consult a medical professional. Sujok Therapy, which involves pressing a specific area with a probe for 3-5 minutes twice a day or applying moong seeds for 4-5 hours, may help alleviate the swelling. However, this should not replace medical evaluation or treatment, and persistent or recurrent tongue swelling warrants a doctor's consultation.",
  "summary": "A swollen or unusually thick tongue can make speaking, chewing, swallowing, or moving the tongue uncomfortable. It may develop suddenly or gradually and can have several causes, ranging from minor irritation, acidity or allergy to nutritional deficiencies or other medical conditions. Symptoms Tongue appears swollen, enlarged, or thicker than usual Difficulty speaking or moving the tongue Burning,…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}