Suggest Treatment For Painful Burn Blisters On The Tongue

Posted on Thu, 8 Dec 2016

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Question : I burnt my tongue on Sunday while drinking hot chocolate. It is now Wednesday night, my tongue has gotten worse. There are white bumps on my tongue and a huge patch of them at the front. It burns and i just want to go to sleep. I haven't ever had this issue before. I also have a swollen right lymph node, if that helps.

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Glossitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi Thanks for putting up the query
from the picture i can make out that it is glossitis..tongue is inflamed and there is superadded infection now
please avoid any alcohol use..no rubbing of tongue to clean it..no spices
take amoxyclav 625 twice daily
take tablet diclofenac twice daily
vit c 500 to be kept in mouth once daily
hexidine mouth wash
you can use topical lignocaine gel for instant pain relief
it will be fine in 2-3 days
hope my opinion helps u out
you can always ask me if u have any further questions
thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (11 minutes later)

THANK YOU!!! Are these all over the counter or do i need to go see a doctor?!

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Glossitis

Detailed Answer:
you might need a prescription for amoxyclav. All other medicines are easily available.
Thanks
I wish a speedy recovery

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng