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Burning sensation in mouth
Since 2-3 weeks i am suffering from burning sensation in mouth around lip mucosa, floor of mouth, border of tongue, inside of mandible. Mucosa looks red and inflamed. Though i dont see any ulcer in the mouth. It heals and reappears in few days. I am taking becosule cap since 2 weeks.
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Take multivitamin and keep yourself hydrated.
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Your symptoms:
• Burning sensation in mouth
• Red inflamed mucosa
• No visible ulcers
• Heals and reappears
• Present for 2–3 weeks
This pattern most commonly suggests:
Next Steps
✅ Step 1: Check These Tests
• Serum Vitamin B12
• Serum Ferritin
• Serum Iron
• Hb
• Fasting blood sugar
• Zinc level (if possible)
Given your history, B12 deficiency is strongly suspected.
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✅ Step 2: If B12 is Low
Better treatment than Becosule:
• Methylcobalamin 1500 mcg daily
OR
• B12 injections weekly × 4 weeks (if very low)
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✅ Step 3: Symptomatic Relief
You can try:
• Hexidine (chlorhexidine) mouthwash twice daily for 5 days
• Topical oral gel like Mucopain gel (for burning relief)
Avoid:
• Spicy food
• Citrus
• Very hot beverages
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Health Tips
✔ Increase hydration
✔ Avoid toothpaste with strong mint/whitening agents
✔ Use mild toothpaste
✔ Manage stress
✔ Check thyroid if not done
Important:
Burning mouth + red mucosa + prior low B12 → strongly suggests nutritional deficiency.
Becosule alone is usually insufficient if levels are very low.
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This is unlikely to be something dangerous, but persistent oral burning needs evaluation.
Because of your previous lab history, I strongly recommend repeating B12 and iron profile soon and treating properly if deficient.
If you share:
• Your recent Hb
• Any diabetes?
• Any gastric symptoms?
I can refine the guidance further.
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Please consult a physician physically, for clinical evaluation.
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Deficiency of vitamin???
Folic acid5 MG two times a day after food for 2 weeks.
Becosule z one at night for 10 days.
Zytee gel before food two times. Apply with ear bud.
Candid lotion locally with ear bud after meals
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your mouth ulcer is due to chronic gastritis .you need to required dietary changes and drink plenty of water. continue becomes along with this diet.consult me for further management.
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Burning in the mouth with redness can be due to vitamin deficiency, acidity, or local irritation. Avoid very spicy or hot foods and maintain good oral hygiene.
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Please consult me so I can examine you properly and guide the correct treatment after evaluation.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake mor3
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Kamal Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rewari
Dear Patient,
Your symptoms of burning sensation in the mouth, redness on lips, tongue, and floor of mouth without ulcers suggest oral mucositis, vitamin deficiency, or irritation from food or stress. Since you have been taking Becosule (multivitamins) for 2 weeks without improvement, it may indicate that deficiency is not the main cause or the dose/type may not be sufficient.
What you should do
- Avoid spicy, acidic, or very hot foods that can aggravate burning
- Maintain good oral hygiene with a soft-bristled toothbrush
- Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol or smoking
- Use non-medicated soothing mouth rinses like saline or plain water
Medicines
- If symptoms persist, based on blood tests
- Blood tests for Vitamin B12, iron, folate, and zinc can help identify underlying deficiencies
consult me urgently
- Persistent burning for more than 2–3 weeks without improvement
- Pain interfering with eating or drinking
- Appearance of white or yellow patches, ulcers, or bleeding
For further guidance and personalized treatment you may consult me on Practo anytime.
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Get Multi vitamin
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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