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I Have Been Having A Problem In My Mouth. When
Question: I have been having a problem in my mouth. when I eat or drink, my inside my mouth my tongue, cheeks, pretty much my whole mouth, starts to burn and sting. I have had this for a few weeks now, what is possible going on. I also have cracked lips in the corner.
Brief Answer:
Probably burning mouth syndrome, follow the advice below
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The symptoms seem to be related to burning mouth syndrome. The cracked lips in the corner can be related to anaemia.
I suggest to do some examinations for further evaluation.
I recommended:
-A complete blood count
-Glycemic level
-Thyroid hormone levels
Meanwhile, I suggest to avoid spicy foods, smoking or alcohol.
I also recommend to drink a lot of liquids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Probably burning mouth syndrome, follow the advice below
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The symptoms seem to be related to burning mouth syndrome. The cracked lips in the corner can be related to anaemia.
I suggest to do some examinations for further evaluation.
I recommended:
-A complete blood count
-Glycemic level
-Thyroid hormone levels
Meanwhile, I suggest to avoid spicy foods, smoking or alcohol.
I also recommend to drink a lot of liquids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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