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Tongue ulcers
Hello, I am having tongue ulcers from past one month. I already visited GP, GI and dentists as well but no proper diagnosis yet. I feel scared of thinking is something serious. Before ulcers I was having improper incomplete bowl movement still I am feeling same stmoch fullness, bloating hairfall and gas acid reflux and indigestion. Whenever mistakenly have something spicy my tongue feels like burning. Few months back my GP said may be I am facing IBS issues as earlier I was feeling stressed. I am totally confused whom to consult nest for this issue. My b 12 and other tests are normal. Attaching my report and prescription. Please review and suggest looking forward.
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Their is no specific reason for ulcers..visit your dentist to rule out the cause..in the meantime take multivitamins ,take lots of water..and may be due to hormonal disturbance..that the dentist will advise you once you get your clinical checkup..
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Oral ulcers are a common occurrence with GI disturbances ,which appears clearly true in your case .
Please consult another GI specialist if the previous one you visited was not of much help.
The pic of tests is not very clear but if Vit B12 is normal, advised to get serum iron, folate ferritin ,CBC if not already checked.
Since you have visited Dentist already ,i am assuming sharp edges of teeth have been ruled out ,but if not ,worth while mentioning the same to dentist.
Mouth ulcers can be annoying ,frustrating ,advised to get a mouthwash/spray /gel prescribed by dentist for symptomatic relief before eating .
Hope that helps!
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Hello. Based on your history, the ulcers appear to be chronic (persisting for more than a month) and are associated with burning sensation, bloating, acid reflux, altered bowel habits, and hair fall. Since your Vitamin B12 and ANA reports are within normal limits, the ulcers are less likely to be due to B12 deficiency or an autoimmune disorder alone.
Recurrent tongue ulcers can be associated with iron/folate deficiency, gastrointestinal disorders (such as IBS, celiac disease, or inflammatory bowel disease), nutritional deficiencies, stress, hormonal factors, or local irritation. A thorough clinical examination is required before arriving at a diagnosis
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I would recommend consulting an Oral Medicine & Radiology specialist (Oral Physician) for a detailed oral examination. Simultaneously, follow up with a Gastroenterologist to evaluate your persistent gastrointestinal symptoms. Your doctor may advise additional investigations such as CBC, serum ferritin, folate, zinc, Vitamin D, thyroid profile, and celiac screening if not already done.
Until then, avoid spicy and acidic foods, maintain good oral hygiene, stay well hydrated, and use a topical ulcer gel or antiseptic mouthwash only if prescribed. If any ulcer persists beyond 2–3 weeks, enlarges, bleeds, or becomes associated with a neck swelling, a biopsy may be required to rule out other conditions.
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Dr. Inavolu Shamini
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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A Detailed clinical examination is necessary to rule out the main cause for ulcers
There are many reasons for ulcers like nutritional deficiencies, hormonal, imbalances, gastrointestinal reasons or genetic
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Dr. Srishti Grover
Dentist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Please visit a dentist first to rule out anything related to your oral cavity - sharp teeth, cavities, tartar, leukoplakia, oral lichen planus etc and then we can move ahead further for a diagnosis.
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