Burning tongue syndrome
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Also known as: orodyniaContent medically reviewed byDr. Karthikeya T MMD, Internal MedicineView full profile onLinkedInWhat is Burning tongue syndrome?Treatment optionsNutritional adviceHow is this diagnosed?CausesCausesThe causes can be classified into primary or secondary:Primary causesNo clinical or lab abnormalities are identified. Mainly related to problems with taste or sensory nervesSecondary causesVarious medications which cause dry mouthFungal infection of the mouthLack of nutrients such as iron, zinc, folate, thiamin, pyridoxine, cobalaminDentures-if they are ill fitted or may contain materials that irritate mouth tissuesAllergies or reactions to foods and additivesReflux of acid from the stomachEndocrine disorders such as diabetesOver brushing of the tongue, using abrasive toothpaste, Over using mouthwashes can cause irritationsThe risk factors include:Gender - WomanAging - More common in women who are postmenopausal and over the age of 50Earlier dental proceduresMedicationsStressAllergic reactions to food The causes can be classified into primary or secondary: Primary causes No clinical or lab abnormalities are identified. Mainly related to problems with taste or sensory nerves Secondary causes Various medications which cause dry mouth Fungal infection of the mouth Lack of nutrients such as iron, zinc, folate, thiamin, pyridoxine, cobalamin Dentures-if they are ill fitted or may contain materials that irritate mouth tissues Allergies or reactions to foods and additives Reflux of acid from the stomach Endocrine disorders such as diabetes Over brushing of the tongue, using abrasive toothpaste, Over using mouthwashes can cause irritations The risk factors include: Gender - Woman Aging - More common in women who are postmenopausal and over the age of 50 Earlier dental procedures Medications Stress Allergic reactions to food Burning sensation in the mouth Dry mouth Increased thirst Loss of taste, bitter or metallic taste Sore throat Avoid tobacco Avoid acidic foods Avoid carbonated beverages Reduce/avoid stress Avoid spicy foods Difficulty in falling asleep Difficulty in eating Depression Anxiety
The causes can be classified into primary or secondary:
Primary causes
No clinical or lab abnormalities are identified. Mainly related to problems with taste or sensory nerves
Secondary causes
Various medications which cause dry mouth
Fungal infection of the mouth
Lack of nutrients such as iron, zinc, folate, thiamin, pyridoxine, cobalamin
Dentures-if they are ill fitted or may contain materials that irritate mouth tissues
Allergies or reactions to foods and additives
Reflux of acid from the stomach
Endocrine disorders such as diabetes
Over brushing of the tongue, using abrasive toothpaste, Over using mouthwashes can cause irritations
The risk factors include:
Gender - Woman
Aging - More common in women who are postmenopausal and over the age of 50
Earlier dental procedures
Medications
Stress
Allergic reactions to food
Burning sensation in the mouth
Dry mouth
Increased thirst
Loss of taste, bitter or metallic taste
Sore throat
Avoid tobacco
Avoid acidic foods
Avoid carbonated beverages
Reduce/avoid stress
Avoid spicy foods
Difficulty in falling asleep
Difficulty in eating
Depression
Anxiety
DA: 7 PA: 4 MOZ Rank: 80
