A hairy tongue with yellowish brown to black elongated papillae on the dorsum:
A) is indicative of oral cancer.
B) is sometimes seen following antibiotic therapy.
C) usually indicates vitamin deficiency.
D) usually indicates anemia.

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Recent antibiotic use can turn the tongue yellow-brown to black and make it appear hairy. Oral cancer involves lesions. A smooth red tongue with a slick appearance may indicate a niacin or vitamin B₁₂ deficiency. Pallor usually indicates anemia.

A Hairy Tongue with Yellowish Brown to Black Elongated Papillae