DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My sister has had a condition which causes her tongue and mouth to constantly sting and burn, and most food tastes bitter to her. She’s suffered for years because local doctors have ...

The possible causes of a burning mouth are many and complex. Each of the following possible causes applies to only a small portion of all people who complain of a burning mouth. Some people may have ...

LOS ANGELES -- Burning mouth syndrome is a painful reality for millions of people whose mouths feel like it's on fire all the time. Her lips, tongue and mouth appear just fine, but soon after Kelli ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I haven't been able to find out much information on burning mouth syndrome, which I've had for the past four years. I take alpha lipoic acid but haven't had any relief. Are there any ...

Mouth pain can be an unwelcome and distressing experience, often associated with the notorious toothache. However, various other factors can contribute to discomfort in the oral cavity, extending ...

TORONTO - Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a painful and chronic condition that frequently causes anxiety, depression, and frustration -- for patients and dentists alike. But progress is being made in ...

Most causes of a sore throat and tongue are not serious. They will resolve on their own or can be treated with the help of your healthcare provider. Less often, your symptoms may be signs of a serious ...

DEAR DR. GOTT: I have suffered with Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) since 2001. I have worked with my doctor and have had every test the Mayo Clinic recommended, to no avail. Recently, my sister called ...

At first, Carol Wilkinson thought the burning sensation in her mouth was just another uncomfortable symptom of the menopause. But within weeks Carol, 69, found herself in agonising pain. 'My tongue ...

Q: I have a burning, stinging mouth that includes the tongue, lips and gums. I've sought help, but I get blank stares and no answers. What kind of doctor treats burning mouth? -- E.H., Smithtown, N.Y.

Most people can relate to the uncomfortable feeling that occurs after scalding their mouth on hot soup or coffee. It's a relief when that burnt feeling subsides after several days. But imagine ...