Do you have fissures or deep cracks on your tongue’s surface? This is known as a furrowed tongue, or also referred to as a scrotal tongue or fissured tongue. These are 5 questions you may have about this problem.
What Are Signs of Having a Furrowed Tongue?
When you have a furrowed tongue, you’ll notice that there are many deep grooves or cracks along the surface. The grooves are what make it possible for bacteria and food to become stuck in the surface, which is the cause of bad breath. Having bacteria and food trapped in your tongue can also cause irritation, which causes a burning sensation or swelling. In some cases, you may not even know that your tongue is furrowed until it is pointed out by a