Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth and tongue is a fairly common phenomenon. Normally the surface of the mucosa has a pink color, it is moist and smooth. With the development of inflammatory processes, the following manifestations can be observed:
- redness and swelling of the mucous membranes, parts of the mouth and tongue;
- burning, pain and discomfort in the oral cavity;
- difficulty in chewing, swallowing;
- congestion in the language;
- formation of sores, vesicles on the mucosa;
- smell from the mouth;
- bleeding gums, etc.
Causes of inflammation of the mouth and tongue
Various factors can provoke these pathological processes. The main ones are factors of local origin, for example:
- improper or insufficient purification of the oral cavity;
- deposits of tartar ;
- improperly selected prostheses;
- mechanical trauma in the oral cavity;
- irritation of mucous by various substances (alcoholic beverages, tobacco smoke, spicy food, etc.).
Similar problems can also occur due to:
- infection with bacteria, viruses, fungi;
- allergic reactions;
- beriberi;
- pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract;
- serious cardiovascular pathologies;
- diabetes mellitus and others.
Treatment of inflammation of the mouth and tongue
To eliminate unpleasant symptoms and restore the damaged mucosa, it is important to identify and eliminate provoking factors. It is not possible to determine the cause yourself in many cases, so it is important to consult a doctor sooner. After the diagnosis is established, the specialist will write out the necessary medicine for inflammation of the oral cavity. In most
Than to rinse or gargle an oral cavity at an inflammation?
Depending on the type of pathology, the specialist will tell you which solution to use to rinse the mouth. It can be:
- herbs of herbs (chamomile, sage, etc.);
- a solution of Chlorhexidine or Miramistine;
- Stomatophyte;
- Rotokan;
- Tantum Verde and other preparations.