Doctors sometimes prescribe antibiotics to treat glossitis if the individual has a bacterial infection. They may also prescribe corticosteroids to be applied directly to the surface of the tongue. These can help reduce redness, inflammation, and pain. In some cases, medications or dietary supplements can help treat the underlying cause and improve the condition of the tongue. For example, a doctor may recommend iron supplements if iron deficiency anemia causes the inflammation.

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