Q: Nurse call you to evaluate the tongue of patient who is admitted with diagnosis of urosepsis?

Answer: Geographic Tongue!

Geographic tongue, also known as benign migratory glossitis, is an inflammatory condition of the tongue. It is characterized by discolored regions of taste buds. The condition usually manifests after eating exacerbating foods, or during times of stress, illness, or in women during menstruation. It is benign, appears and disappears frequently. It may cause some discomfort but no pain.