Burning tongue syndrome is a condition, in which a person experiences a burning sensation in their mouth. The pain fans out to the tongue, lips, the inner part of the cheeks, and to almost all, areas of the mouth. This may be caused due to various types of nutritional deficiencies.
The symptoms are a burning sensation all over the mouth, dryness, and sourness in the mouth, an increase in thirst, loss of taste, and other eating or oral related issues. The pain may be sharp and piercing or can exist for several days. Diabetic people and women, who have entered the postmenopausal stage, are at an increased risk for burning tongue syndrome. Here are natural home remedies to reduce the effects of a burning tongue.
Honey
Honey is a natural treatment that can help soothe the burning sensation, and even help fight infection. It can also reduce pain and inflammation.
Apply raw honey directly on your tongue. Allow it to sit for several minutes, before rinsing it off with cool water. Do it a few times a day.
Eat food rich in Iron
Iron deficiencies are often linked to burning mouth syndrome. Increasing your intake of iron-rich foods may help get rid of burning mouth syndrome.
Glycerine
Applying glycerine over the tongue can reduce the burning sensation as well.
Aloe Vera
Applying Aloe Vera gel over the burning tongue two or three times a day can reduce the burning sensation
Pawpaw
Consuming Pawpaw is also an efficient way of reducing burning mouth syndrome sensations. Pawpaw contains powerful enzymes that can help to heal the burns and soothe the burning skin sensation.
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This article was first published on 21st November 2017
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Amara Adanna Ogbonna is a Christian, foodie, and lover of arts. She spends most of her time on Facebook.
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