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Definition of Swollen tongue
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Swollen tongue: : swelling, or enlargement, of the tongue. A swollen tongue can be a symptom of glossitis, an inflammation of the tongue that can be caused by infections, local irritation or burns, and allergic reactions. Swelling of the tongue can also result from trauma or rare diseases, such as amyloidosis.
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