PMC4329787_01
Discoloration and swelling of the anterior half of the tongue upon initial evaluation.
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No temporal artery tenderness was noted (Figure 1).
Necrotic appearance of the tongue posterior to dislodgement.
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Unfortunately, the patient had extensive necrosis of the tongue that progressed to self-amputation of the anterior half of the tongue (Figures 2 and 3).
Appearance of the healed tongue.
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Unfortunately, the patient had extensive necrosis of the tongue that progressed to self-amputation of the anterior half of the tongue (Figures 2 and 3).