Tongue muscle weakness
Reduced strength of the tongue musculature, resulting in difficulties moving the tongue and possible accompanied by dysarthria or dysphagia.
Conditions associated with tongue muscle weakness
The following conditions have been associated with tongue muscle weakness in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Bilateral polymicrogyria
Bilateral polymicrogyria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4B2
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4B2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Glycogen storage disease due to acid maltase deficiency
Glycogen storage disease due to acid maltase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Glycogen storage disease due to acid maltase deficiency, infantile onset
Glycogen storage disease due to acid maltase deficiency, infantile onset is a medical condition that may be as...
Kufor-Rakeb syndrome
Kufor-Rakeb syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy
Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Oculopharyngodistal myopathy
Oculopharyngodistal myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate tongue muscle weakness
When investigating tongue muscle weakness, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside tongue muscle weakness
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if tongue muscle weakness is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom tongue muscle weakness mean?
Tongue muscle weakness is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Reduced strength of the tongue musculature, resulting in difficulties moving the tongue and possible accompanied by dysarthria or dysphagia.
Which conditions are associated with tongue muscle weakness?
Tongue muscle weakness has been reported in association with 8 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Bilateral polymicrogyria, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4B2, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C, Glycogen storage disease due to acid maltase deficiency, Glycogen storage disease due to acid maltase deficiency, infantile onset. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about tongue muscle weakness?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.