When I Eat Or Drink, My Inside My Mouth My Tongue, Cheeks, Pretty Much My Whole Mouth, Starts To Burn And Sting

Posted on Sun, 20 Sep 2020

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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.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Probably burning mouth syndrome, follow the advice below

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,

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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