If after a careful evaluation no clear cause is found, then a diagnosis of burning mouth syndrome can be made. If a medication is suspected to be the cause of your father’s symptoms, the doctor may be able to recommend an alternative. For example, dry mouth is often a side effect of antihistamines, diuretics and tricyclics. That, in turn, can lead to a burning feeling. Your father should also review with his doctor any medications he is taking. A specialist can review your father’s symptoms and medical history, do a physical exam and, if necessary, run laboratory tests to investigate possible causes.
Some of the most common culprits include thyroid problems, vitamin deficiencies - especially vitamin B deficiency - and iron deficiency. Many medical conditions can cause a feeling of burning in the mouth. To find the right specialist for your father, contact his primary care physician for guidance on who to see in your community. In some cases, oral surgeons or periodontists provide care for burning mouth syndrome. Physicians that diagnose and treat burning mouth syndrome come from several medical specialties, including neurology, dermatology, and otorhinolaryngology or ENT. That means your father needs a medical assessment to exclude other possible causes before he can be diagnosed with burning mouth syndrome. If your father does have burning mouth syndrome, a variety of treatment options are available to manage it.īurning mouth syndrome is defined as a persistent feeling of burning in the mouth that is not due to mouth abnormalities or other health issues. A thorough evaluation can help determine if another underlying medical condition or a medication may be the source of the burning sensation. Could something else be causing his symptoms? Are there things he can do to relieve the pain somewhat?ĪNSWER: It is possible that something else could be causing your father’s symptoms. DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My father, who is in his 70s, went to his dentist with mouth pain and was told he has burning mouth syndrome and that there is no known treatment.
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