[Glossal alterations in old people (author's transl)]

The effects of aging on various syndromes of the tongue are discussed by reference to the results of a cross-sectional study of 1002 persons aged 13 to 97, with due consideration being given to data reported in the literature. A significant increase in the frequency of 1. pilosa, wrinkling of the tongue, papillary atrophy, sublingual venectasia, and an increase in the volume of the tongue were observed with advancing age.