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Glossitis
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Glossitis
Symptoms
Causes
Risk Factors
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Inflammation of the tongue
Symptoms of Glossitis
The following features are indicative of Glossitis:
chewing problem
swallowing problem
speaking problem
smooth surface of the tongue
sore
tender
swollen tongue
pale to the tongue
bright red color to the tongue
tongue swelling
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Common Causes of Glossitis
The following are the most common causes of Glossitis:
anemias
vitamin B deficiencies
bacterial infection
viral infection
fungal infection
administration of ganglion blockers
Other Causes of Glossitis
The following are the less common causes of Glossitis:
allergic reaction to toothpaste
allergic reaction to mouthwash
allergic reaction to breath fresheners
lichen planus
erythema multiforme
aphthous ulcer
pemphigus vulgaris
use of albuterol
Risk Factors for Glossitis
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Glossitis:
exposure to tobacco
exposure to alcohol
exposure to hot foods
Sprue
Crohn’s disease
Whipple disease
Glucagonoma syndrome
Cowden disease
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
Carcinoid syndrome
Kwashiorkor amyloidosis
veganism diet
poor hydration
low saliva in the mouth
mechanical irritation
injury from burns
rough edges of teeth
tongue piercing
Prevention of Glossitis
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Glossitis. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
by good oral care
drinking plenty of water
avoiding excessive use of irritant substance
Occurrence of Glossitis
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Glossitis cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Gender
Glossitis can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Glossitis
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Glossitis:
Blood test: To rule out the problems that associated with glossitis
Complications of Glossitis if untreated
It is not know if Glossitis causes complications if left untreated.
Self-care for Glossitis
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Glossitis:
Good oral care: Brush your teeth thoroughly to prevent glossitis
Avoiding irritants: Avoid hot or spicy foods, alcohol, and tobacco to ease discomfort
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Glossitis
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Glossitis:
Diet supplementation: To treat nutrition problem
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This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
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