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4. Papulokeratotic Variant

The third variant is the papulokeratotic variant. This type is more generalized, covering a larger area of the tongue. The swollen papillae appear white or whitish-yellow and are largely painless. While other variants usually resolve in a few days, this variant often lasts for several weeks or months.

medical concept transient lingual papillitis papulokeratotic variant

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