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Definition

What is burning mouth syndrome?

Burning mouth syndrome or burning mouth syndrome (hot mouth) is a condition characterized by complaints of abnormal sensations in the lining of the mouth. Most patients describe it as like the mouth is exposed to hot water.

Usually this burning sensation appears on the front of the mouth, affecting the inner surface of the lips, the roof of the mouth and the sides and tip of the tongue. In some patients, only the tongue is affected, but a combination of these locations can occur.

Some patients with burning mouth syndrome may experience decreased taste buds or changes in taste sensation (bitter or salty). Some other patients may feel dry or sticky in their mouths. However, in all cases, the lining of the mouth was clinically normal.

How common is this condition?

Burning mouth syndrome is a rare disease because only two percent of the world's population has experienced it. Quoted from an article published by the public health service, the NHS, burning mouth syndrome is more common in women than men.

In some people, burning mouth syndrome can appear for a long time, while in some people it can feel suddenly and develop gradually.

Signs & symptoms

What are the signs and symptoms of burning mouth syndrome (burning mouth syndrome)?

Most patients who experience burning mouth syndrome are women who have experienced menopause. You can experience moderate to severe burning on the tongue, palate, lips, gums or the inside of the cheeks.

Reporting from the Mayo Clinic, it's not easy to find physical signs on the tongue or mouth due to burning mouth syndrome. However, there are some signs and symptoms that you can look out for, including:

• A sensation like being scalded on the tongue, but can also be felt in all parts of the mouth
• Mouth feels dry and thirsty quickly
• The mouth tastes bitter
• The tongue feels numb or numb

For some people, this sensation appears in the morning and gets worse until it peaks at dusk, often getting better at night. Some people can experience a burning sensation all the time.

In some people, the pain goes away and goes away. Other symptoms can include numbness or tingling in the mouth or tongue, a bitter or metallic taste, or dry mouth and sores in the mouth.

Even so, burning mouth syndrome generally lasts for months or even years. Therefore, if you feel one or more of the symptoms of hot mouth syndrome, immediately consult a doctor or dentist for further treatment.

Most people often describe burning mouth syndrome as when you are exposed to hot food or drink in the mouth.

There may be signs and symptoms not listed above. If you have concerns about a particular symptom, consult your doctor.

Cause

What are the causes of burning mouth syndrome (burning mouth syndrome)?

The causes of burning mouth syndrome are divided into two, namely primary and secondary.

1. Primary

When you have your burning mouth syndrome checked and your doctor does not find any clinical abnormalities in you, this condition is known as primary or idiopathic hot mouth syndrome.

Some research suggests that this is thought to be due to problems with the taste and sensory nerves in your central nervous system.

2. Secondary

If the mouth is hot and feels like it is burning due to certain medical conditions, this is known as secondary burning mouth syndrome. Some of the medical problems associated with secondary hot mouth syndrome include the following:

• Dry mouth (xerostomia), can be caused by the consumption of certain drugs, problems and function of the salivary glands, or side effects of cancer treatment.
• Other mouth problems, such as canker sores, lichen planus or thick white patches on the mouth and tongue, and geographic tongue or tongue inflammation that causes lesions shaped like islands on the map.
• Lack of nutrients, such as deficiencies in iron, zinc, folic acid (vitamin B9), thiamin (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), pyridoxine (vitamin B6), and cobalamin (vitamin B12).
• Side effects of using dentures, especially if the dentures do not fit together and cause irritation of the muscles and tissues of the mouth.
• Allergy, either because of food flavorings, food additives, or certain coloring agents in food.
• Gastric acid rises (GERD), or a condition where food rises from the stomach into the esophagus.
• Take certain drugs, especially hypertension drugs.
• Bad habits, such as biting the tip of the tongue or grinding your teeth (bruxism).
• Endocrine disorders, such as diabetes or hypothyroidism.
• Excessive mouth irritation, for example due to excessive cleaning of the tongue, using abrasive toothpaste, frequent use of mouthwash, or drinking too much acidic drinks.
• Psychological factors, such as anxiety, depression, or stress.
• Hormonal changes, usually associated with the incidence of menopause or thyroid disease.

Treatment

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor.

How to treat burning mouth syndrome (burning mouth syndrome)?

You can reduce the symptoms of burning mouth syndrome at home by:

• Drink water frequently
• Suck on shaved ice
• Chew sugar-free gum - this helps stop the mouth from drying out
• Avoiding things that irritate the mouth - such as hot and spicy food, mouthwash that contains alcohol, juices or sour fruits
• Avoid tobacco and alcohol products.

How do doctors diagnose this condition?

You will likely visit a doctor or dentist due to mouth discomfort. Because burning mouth syndrome is linked to various other medical conditions, doctors or dentists may refer to other specialists, such as a dermatologist (dermatologist), ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist or other specialists.

First, the dentist will find out if the cause is tooth-related, such as dentures or dry mouth. If so, he or she will examine the denture fitting and see if you are allergic to the material from the denture. Your doctor may also recommend products to relieve dry mouth or treat yeast infections.

If the doctor is unable to find a cause, they can advise you to visit a doctor or specialist. You can do a blood test to look for the cause of burning mouth syndrome.

Prevention

How can you prevent burning mouth syndrome (burning mouth syndrome)?

There is no known way to prevent burning mouth syndrome. However, by avoiding tobacco, acidic, spicy and carbonic beverages, and excess stress, you can reduce the discomfort of burning mouth syndrome or prevent the discomfort from worsening.

If you have any questions, consult your doctor for the best solution to your problem.