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Tongue, Hairy

Medical Definition:	A benign condition of the tongue characterized by hypertrophy of the filiform papillae that give the dorsum of the tongue a furry appearance. The color of the elongated papillae varies from yellowish white to brown or black, depending upon staining by substances such as tobacco, food, or drugs. (Dorland, 27th ed)
Guide Notes:	hairy refers to appearance of hypertrophied papillae on tongue

Tongue, Hairy Medical Definitions and Terms

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