Ketosis?

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on 7/28/09 5:50 am - IL

No antibiotics. It black went away today, but now it is a little white. I was thinking maybe it is thrush, so I will keep an eye on it. It is funny, I was feeling pretty well informed, but was not expecting this! Thanks for the help guys!

LAMama
on 7/28/09 6:31 am

Lap Band on 06/26/09

Hey there! Just to let you know, black hairy tongue is harmless. It is caused by too much bacteria or yeast growth in the mouth. The color comes from the bacteria on the tiny round projections on your tongue (papillae) that are dyed by pigments in food, drinks, or the bacteria/yeast itself. It doesn't have to be black either- it can be brown, green, yellow, etc! You are more likely to develop black tongue if you have poor oral hygiene, smoke, drink lots of tea/coffee, use antibiotics, use medications with bismuth (pepto-bismol), regular peroxide containing mouthwash, or radiation therapy. If it doesn't resolve with brushing, then your provider will probably order an antibiotic or antifungal medication. Just letting you know. I am a RN

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newmeplease
on 7/28/09 6:52 am, edited 7/28/09 6:52 am - Robinson, PA

Lap Band on 07/01/09

Black Hairy tounge is a bacteria condition in your mouth and has nothing to do with ketosis. Ketosis does however makes your breath, sweat, and pee stink as that is how the fat excapes from your bady as it is burned.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/black-hairy-tongue/DS01134

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crabbyamanda
on 7/28/09 1:31 pm - Bossier City, LA

Lap Band on 07/13/09

some antiacids can cause a black tounge as a side effect. i got BAD thrush last week while on the shake. i am so glad tomorrow i go on mushies..one more shake and i am going to HURL

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