Hi, Marilyn, When you see the ENT or MO, depending on whether or not it is thrush, you might also ask about using Lidocaine 2% viscous solution and or Rincinol prn to help with the tongue pain. Remember, these Docs have not personally expereinced this problem [they have vicarious info from patients] you need to keep pushing for answers when you have a pain problem. Amy in the Ozarks