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Glossitis

Glossitis means inflammation of the tongue. It causes the tongue to increase in size or changes in color. There are various causes for glossitis, such as allergic reactions, low iron levels, and trauma. The symptoms of glossitis are a pain in the tongue, swelling, and a change in the tongue's color.

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Why does my wife have a burning sensation on her inflamed tongue?

Query: Hello doctor, My wife has had a burning sensation on her inflamed tongue for the last three months. A surgeon diagnosed it correctly as glossitis. After three ENT doctors treated her for hyperacidity unsuccessfully. But glossitis in allopathy does not have any straightforward cure. Can you suggest n...  Read Full »


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Answer: Hello, Welcome to iciniq.com. As you told glossitis has no direct remedy in allopathy. But if you correct the cause, you can get permanent relief. Chronic gastritis (peptic ulcer), folic acid deficiency, dental appliance (related allergy or irritation), tongue biting due to sharp-edged teeth or ha...  Read Full »

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