Result of atherosclerotic plaque blocking one or more of the blood vessels that supply the heart. Can cause chest pain/angina pectoris occurring due to stress of exercise. If blockage completely impedes blood flow to the heart, a heart attack can occur.
A: The most common cause of new or come-and-go tongue swelling (or swelling of the lip or throat) is a type of allergic reaction called angioedema.. Sudden tongue swelling can sometimes be dangerous because it could block your airway. Two types of angioedema can lead to a swollen tongue: 1.
Glossitis causes a swollen tongue due to a variety of infectious or inflammatory conditions. Infectious conditions include a tongue bacterial infection, yeast infection or viral infection, such as herpes simplex. Conditions that cause tongue inflammation or irritation include exposure to very hot foods or beverages, spicy foods, tobacco and alcohol.