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7 ago 2018 · The “beefy red” patch demonstrated the highest diagnostic validity (Youden index 0.84) and reliability (consistency 91.9% [95% CI: 87.3%–96.5%]), followed by the serum cobalamin levels and MCV.
- Peiru Zhou, Hong Hua, Zhimin Yan, Liwu Zheng, Xiaosong Liu
- 10.2147/TCRM.S159889
- 2018
- Ther Clin Risk Manag. 2018; 14: 1391-1397.
Glossitis (it’s a medical term of beefy red tongue) is typically identified by an inflammation of the tongue. It can also trigger changes in the tongue’s texture and color (usually beefy and red).
- Furrowing
- Ulcers
- Micro/Macroglossia
- Fasciculations
Transverse furrows across the tongue may be from a benign condition called scrotal tongue. Furrows that are longitudinal along the length of the tongue are the result of syphilis.
In inspecting ulcers, it is important to note their size, number, color, distribution, and whether or not they cause the patient any discomfort. Aphthous ulcers, or aphthous stomatitis, are a painful form of ulcer that is frequently encountered. It appears in one of several patterns: minor, major, or herpetiform. Minor aphthous ulcers are usually 2...
Microglossia may result from pseudobulbar palsy, damage to the upper motor neurons of the corticobulbar tracts that innervate the tongue. This presents with a small, stiff tongue. In newborns there may be an apparent microglossia resulting from a congenitally short lingual frenulum (ankyloglossia) commonly called a “tongue tie”. Assessment of macro...
Fasciculations of the tongue are indicative of lower motor neuron injury. These may present with dysarthria or dysphagia. New-onset fasciculations are concerning for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Beefy Red was an American, San Francisco Bay Area music band (1969–1972) based in Marin County, California, United States, which played at various Bay Area venues, including Bill Graham's Fillmore West from October 22–25 in 1970.
The appearance of the tongue in vitamin B12 deficiency is described as "beefy" or "fiery red and sore". There may be linear or patchy red lesions. Vitamin B deficiencies. Vitamin B1 deficiency (thiamine deficiency) can cause glossitis.
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Tongue Treatment. The beefy-red, smooth tongue in B12 deficiency is resolved by addressing the core issue, the B12 deficiency itself. The safest way is through daily B12 shots. Alternatively, oral supplements or eating liver can also work absorbing B12 isn’t an issue.
7 ago 2018 · The combination of “beefy red” patch with cobalamin <350 pg/mL exhibited better diagnostic value than the combination of “beefy red” patch with cobalamin <200 pg/mL, with accuracy of 0.81 vs 0.74 and reliability of 90.4% (95% CI: 85.5%–95.4%) vs 86.8% (95% CI: 81.1%–92.5%).
