How to Identify Burning Mouth Syndrome

Burning mouth syndrome is a painful and frustrating disorder. The pain can be severe yet there is no evidence of tissue damage. Many people are misdiagnosed or misunderstood by their doctor. The following article discusses how to identify burning mouth syndrome.

Instructions

How to Identify Burning Mouth Syndrome

• 1

  Look for a continuous, burning sensation that occurs around or in the mouth.

• 2

  It may feel as though you burned your mouth with hot coffee.

• 3

  You may feel burning on your tongue, lips, or hard palate.

• 4

  When you wake up, you may feel fine or only a mild burning. However, as the day progresses, the burning sensation will get worse.

• 5

  You may experience a metallic taste in your mouth.

• 6

  Although the burning sensation can be severe and painful, your tongue and mouth will look normal and healthy.