Recurrent Tongue Ulcers
Oral Health Diya•Gender: Female•Age: 24 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 1 year
Presenting Complaints & History
- Painful, shallow ulcers appearing on the lateral borders of the tongue
- Intense burning pain when eating warm, salty, or citrus foods
- Swollen tongue margins and excessive salivation during flares
- difficulty speaking clearly due to tongue movement pain
Clinical Assessment
Suffered from recurring tongue ulcers every few weeks. Dental check confirmed no sharp tooth edges; sought systemic support to heal mucosa.
Diagnostic Investigations: Fasting blood counts normal; B12 level normal; dental alignment check normal.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Constitutional treatment to balance mucosal inflammatory response, reduce salivation, and support rapid epithelial repair.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Mercurius Solubilis and Borax
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Drinking cool water, avoiding acidic foods, soft tooth brushing, and maintaining bowel hygiene.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 4 months- Tongue ulcer recurrence frequency reduced to complete resolution
- Complete resolution of burning pain during eating
- Normal speech and chewing restored without salivation fits
- Sustained improvement in tongue mucosal lining
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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