Sunday, June 29, 2008

Home Remedy for Oral Galvanism

Oral galvanism is an oral condition characterized by an acute burning sensation of the tongue or the entire mouth for several days. This is a condition that is commonly present in the middle-aged population.

Symptoms for Oral galvanism


Common symptoms of glossodynia includes having a burning sensation in the lips, gums, mouth, palate, and tongue. The patient also experiences dryness in the mouth. Sometimes, it’s also a bit sore. Other symptoms includes apparent thirtyness and numbness at the tip of the tongue.

Failure of the taste buds to distinguish flavors, leaving a metallic or bitter taste in the mouth when eating meals are some of the situation a patient will experience when diagnosed with glossodynia.

Causes of Oral galvanism


Main cause is the yeast infection found in the patient’s mouth. Hormonal imbalance during menopause, bad oral hygiene, improper intake of medications, acid reflux, nerve damage, endocrine disorders, irritating dentures and deficiency of vitamin B12 are some of the major factors leading to this condition.

Home Remedies / Treatment for Oral galvanism


Chewing gum:
Chew a sugar-free gum or suck a piece of ice for a temporary relief from glossodynia.

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