Soreness on tip of tongue, pain on swallowing followed by burning, no fever, eases with cold water. What could it be?
Patient: Hello, It started a few days ago, I noticed tip of tongue sore,almost like a canker sore, by next day swallowing was semi painful. Day three portions of tongue feel like there on fire,and its feels like im swallowing lumps . I am currently working as a nurse in long term care. I do not wish to pass this on of its strep . I don t have a fever , very uncomfortable,and taste buds are shot. It feels good if I drink ice water, or something scratchy going down my throat . I have a slight pink tongue. Thank.you so much for your time. Doctor: hello and welcome,this can be an ulcerous condition called aphthous ulcer.it can be treated with tab.flanzen-10mg;3 times daily for 3 days and tab.wysalone-5mg-3 times daily for 3 days.please discontinue any oral habits like tobacco or pan chewing if you have any;as it can lead to burning mouth and limited mouth opening called oral submucous fibrosis-osmf.please add vitamin-b containing food to your diet.hope you get well soon.always clean your mouth after every food intake.use soft-bristled tooth brush and tongue cleaner to clean your teeh.