Conditions that have been reported in association with burning mouth syndrome include chronic anxiety or depression, various nutritional deficiencies, type 2 diabetes (formerly known as non­insulin-dependent diabetes) and changes in salivary function. However, these conditions have not been consistently linked with the syndrome, and their treatment has had little impact on burning mouth symptoms. Recent studies have pointed to dysfunction of several cranial nerves associated with taste sensation as a possible cause of burning mouth syndrome.



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Answered by Santosh Kuma , an ibibo Master, at 1:51 PM on September 04, 2008

Typically, patients awaken without pain but note increasing symptoms through the day and into the evening. Conditions that have been reported in association with burning mouth syndrome include chronic anxiety or depression, various nutritional deficiencies, type 2 diabetes (formerly known as non­insulin-dependent diabetes) and changes in salivary function. However, these conditions have not been consistently linked with the syndrome, and their treatment has had little impact on burning mouth symptoms. Recent studies have pointed to dysfunction of several cranial nerves associated with taste sensation as a possible cause of burning mouth syndrome.
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Answered by Uttam , an ibibo Master, at 1:44 PM on August 29, 2008

hi there

Glossodynia or burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a condition characterized by a burning or tingling sensation on the lips, tongue, or entire mouth.

Typically, there are no visual signs like discoloration that help the diagnosis.

Answered by Reeta K , an ibibo Master, at 3:13 PM on August 20, 2008

well sana Burning mouth syndrome is a painful and often frustrating condition. Some patients compare it to having burned their mouth with hot coffee.

The burning sensation may affect the tongue, the roof of the mouth, the gums, the inside of the cheeks, and the back of the mouth or throat. The condition sometimes is known as “burning tongue (or lips) syndrome”, “scalded mouth syndrome”, “glossodynia” and “stomatodynia”.

In addition to the burning sensation, other conditions such as a dry or sore mouth or a tingling or numb sensation throughout the mouth and tongue may occur. A bitter or metallic taste also may be present. This condition can affect men and women but it is especially common in women during or after menopause.

What Cause Burning Mouth Syndrome?
The exact cause of burning mouth syndrome often is difficult to pinpoint. The disorder has long been linked to a variety of other conditions: menopause, diabetes, nutritional deficiencies, tongue thrusting, disorders of the mouth (oral thrush and dry mouth), acid reflux, cancer therapy (irradiation and chemotherapy) and psychological problems. Some researchers also have suggested dysfunction in the nerves supplying the mouth and tongue as a possible cause. Strictly speaking, the term “burning mouth syndrome” should be used only when a definite cause has not been found.

Once burning mouth syndrome begins, it may persist for many years. Patients who have it may awaken with no pain only to find that the burning sensation grows progressively worse during the day. They may have difficulty falling asleep. The discomfort and relentlessness may cause mood changes, irritability, anxiety and depression.

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Answered by sanjay , an ibibo Guru, at 4:47 PM on August 12, 2008

Glossodynia or burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a condition characterized by a burning or tingling sensation on the lips, tongue, or entire mouth.

Typically, there are no visual signs like discoloration that help the diagnosis.

Answered by Ivan Dantes , an ibibo Citizen, at 9:04 AM on August 12, 2008

Well Sana,

Burning mouth syndrome causes chronic burning pain in your mouth. The pain from burning mouth syndrome may affect your tongue, gums, lips, inside of your cheeks, roof of your mouth, or widespread areas of your whole mouth. The pain can be severe, as if you scalded your mouth.

Unfortunately, the cause of burning mouth syndrome often can't be determined. While that makes treatment more difficult, don't despair. By working closely with your health care team, you can usually get burning mouth syndrome under control.

Other names for burning mouth syndrome include scalded mouth syndrome, burning tongue syndrome, burning lips syndrome, glossodynia and stomatodynia.

Answered by Priyanka C , an ibibo Master, at 9:11 PM on August 11, 2008

Burning mouth syndrome is characterized by a burning sensation in the tongue or other oral sites, usually in the absence of clinical and laboratory findings. Affected patients often present with multiple oral complaints, including burning, dryness and taste alterations. Burning mouth complaints are reported more often in women, especially after menopause. Typically, patients awaken without pain but note increasing symptoms through the day and into the evening. Conditions that have been reported in association with burning mouth syndrome include chronic anxiety or depression, various nutritional deficiencies, type 2 diabetes (formerly known as non­insulin-dependent diabetes) and changes in salivary function. However, these conditions have not been consistently linked with the syndrome, and their treatment has had little impact on burning mouth symptoms. Recent studies have pointed to dysfunction of several cranial nerves associated with taste sensation as a possible cause of burning mouth syndrome.
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Answered by Sanya Tahir , an ibibo Master, at 5:43 PM on August 11, 2008

hello sana
Burning Mouth Syndrome is a common yet complex problem that causes the individual to experience a burning or scalding pain on the lips, tongue and sometimes throughout the mouth. There are often no visible signs of irritation. The cause of the syndrome may be caused by the onset of menopause to vitamin deficiencies. About 5% of the population, usually people over the age of 60 are affected with this condition. It often occurs more frequently in older women , often in menopausal women.

Symptoms:
bullet bu rning sensation in mouth, throat, lips and tongue.
bullet scalding feeling
bullet dry mouth,
bullet bitter or metallic taste
bullet taste alterations
bullet changes in eating habits
bullet changes in medications
bullet pain which can be gradual and spontaneous, intensifying as the day goes on
bullet interferes with sleep
bullet restlessness that may cause mood changes, irritability, anxiety and depression

Causes:

1. Unknown.
2. Conditions associated with this condition:
1. onset of menopause-hormonal changes
2. diabetes
3. deficiencies in iron, zinc, folate, thiamin, riboflavin, pyridoxine, cobalamin, vitamin B-12, niacin, iron
4. complications to cancer therapy
5. 1/3 of people say BMS symptoms appear shortly after dental procedure, recent illness, or medication course.
6. anemia

for more detail refer
http://www.dentalgentle care.com/burning_mouth_syndrom e.htm

Answered by Saq , an ibibo Master, at 12:58 PM on August 10, 2008

well sana,Burning Mouth Syndrome is a common yet complex problem that causes the individual to experience a burning or scalding pain on the lips, tongue and sometimes throughout the mouth. There are often no visible signs of irritation. The cause of the syndrome may be caused by the onset of menopause to vitamin deficiencies. About 5% of the population, usually people over the age of 60 are affected with this condition. It often occurs more frequently in older women , often in menopausal women.
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Answered by Debashis , an ibibo Master, at 7:46 PM on August 08, 2008

Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a complex, vexing condition in which a burning pain occurs on your tongue or lips, or over widespread areas involving your whole mouth, without any obvious reason.

The disorder has long been associated with a variety of other conditions — including menopause, psychological problems, nutritional deficiencies, and disorders of the mouth, such as oral thrush and dry mouth (xerostomia). More recently, some researchers have suggested dysfunctional or damaged nerves as a possible cause. But the exact cause of burning mouth syndrome is often difficult to pin down, and pain may continue for months or years.

Treatment is highly individualized and depends on your particular symptoms and on the underlying cause or causes, if they can be identified. Most people with burning mouth syndrome can decrease their symptoms through tailored treatment plans.

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Answered by Jyothi , an ibibo Master, at 7:39 PM on August 08, 2008