📋Overview
This condition, also known as lingua villosa, involves the elongation and hypertrophy of the filiform papillae on the dorsal surface of the tongue. These papillae fail to shed properly, resulting in a hair-like appearance that often presents with varying degrees of discoloration.
While the appearance may suggest a fungal infection, the condition is primarily a descriptive clinical observation rather than a specific disease. It is generally considered a harmless aesthetic concern that affects the top layer of the tongue's anatomy.
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