Glossitis

Candida albicans, Candida tropicalis, Candida dubliniensis, Acute/Chronic oral candidiasis, Primary/secondary oral candidiasis, Acute pseudomembranous candidiasis, Atrophic candidiasis, Chronic hyperplastic candidiasis, Chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, Angular cheilitis, Median rhomboid glossitis, Role of dentures What is oral candidiasis? Oral candidiasis is a fungal infection of the mouth often called 'thrush' because its white spots resemble the breast of the bird with the same name. Although mucosa. Who gets oral candidiasis? Risk factors for developing oral candidiasis include: • Infancy or old age • In a newborn baby, maternal vaginal yeast infection • Serious underlying diseases, such as cancer, primary • Candida infection elsewhere eg, in an infant, napkin dermatitis • Dry mouth due to disease of the salivary glands or medications, eg • • Smoking • Injury to the mouth • Broad-spectrum • Nutritional deficiency, for example, • Inhaled corticosteroids used to treat asthma, such as beclometasone, budesonide, fluticasone. Oropharyngeal candidiasis is reported in hospitalised and asymptomatic What causes oral candidiasis? The usual organism is Candida albicans, but at least seven other species of Candida can also cause oral candidiasis including C. tropicalis, C. glabrata, C. kruesi, and others. C. dubliniensisis also reported in HIV patients. See infections. Oral candidiasis What are the clinical features of oral candidiasis? Candida may arise suddenly as an acute inf...

What is transient lingual papillitis? Transient lingual papillitis is a common painful inflammatory condition affecting one or several fungiform papillae on the tongue. It is also known as ‘lie bumps’ and may be related to or the same as eruptive ( familial) lingual papillitis and fungiform papillary glossitis. A nonpainful papulokeratotic variant has been reported. Transient lingual papillitis What are fungiform papillae? Fungiform papillae are one of the special types of bumps found on the surface of the tongue. Fungiform papillae contain taste buds (especially for bitter taste), temperature receptors and have a good blood supply. They are scattered over the top and sides of the tongue, mainly towards the tip. Usually they are not obvious, being flat and pink. The number and size of fungiform papillae varies: • Females have more fungiform papillae than males • They become even more numerous after the menopause • Nerve injury may result in a reduced number of fungiform papillae and reduced taste sensation. Fungiform papillae can become obvious in a number of conditions, the most well recognised of which is the ‘strawberry tongue’ of fever, and most recently as the most common oral manifestation of Who gets transient lingual papillitis and why? The classic form of transient lingual papillitis affects over 50% of the population. It appears to be most common in young women, but all age groups can be affected. The most likely cause of transient lingual papillitis is local irr...

Overview What is glossitis? Glossitis is a condition that causes your Glossitis may appear suddenly (acute glossitis) or it may recur over time (chronic glossitis). What are the types of glossitis? There are a few different types of glossitis, including: • Atrophic glossitis. Also called Hunter glossitis, atrophic glossitis happens when you lose a lot of papillae (the tiny bumps on your tongue that contain taste buds). When this occurs, your tongue may look smooth and glossy. • Median rhomboid glossitis. Characterized by a red, smooth, flat or raised area, this type of glossitis affects the middle or back of your tongue. Most experts believe median rhomboid glossitis indicates a fungal infection (candida glossitis). • Geographic tongue . Sometimes called benign migratory glossitis, geographic tongue causes patches of missing papillae and smooth, “map-like” red lesions. Though the condition is inflammatory, it’s completely harmless. • Burning tongue syndrome . This condition primarily affects the tip of your tongue and the roof of your mouth. Burning tongue syndrome can affect people of all ages, but it’s most common during the menopausal period. That’s why healthcare providers also call it menopausal glossitis. Symptoms and Causes What are the symptoms of glossitis? Glossitis symptoms vary depending on the underlying cause. Symptoms may appear suddenly or develop over a long period of time. Common glossitis symptoms include: • Smooth, glossy tongue. • Sore, tender or painf...

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The tongue is mainly composed of muscles. It is covered with a mucous membrane. Small nodules of tissue, called papillae, cover the upper surface of the tongue. Between the papillae are the taste buds, which provide the sense of taste. In addition to taste, the tongue functions in moving food to aid chewing and swallowing, and it is important in speech. Glossitis is often a symptom of other conditions, such as: • Allergic reactions to oral care products, foods, or medicines • Dry mouth due to • Infection from bacteria, yeast or viruses (including oral herpes) • Injury (such as from burns, rough teeth, or bad-fitting dentures) • Skin conditions that affect the mouth • Irritants such as tobacco, alcohol, hot foods, spices, or other irritants • Hormonal factors • Certain vitamin deficiencies At times, glossitis may be passed down in families. Symptoms of glossitis may come on quickly or develop over time. They include: • Problems chewing, swallowing, or speaking • Smooth surface of the tongue • Sore, tender, or swollen tongue • Pale or bright red color to the tongue Rare symptoms or problems include: • Blocked airway • Problems speaking, chewing, or swallowing Your dentist or health care provider will do an exam to look for: • Finger-like bumps on the surface of the tongue (called papillae) that may be missing • Swollen tongue (or patches of swelling) The provider may ask questions about your health history and lifestyle to help discover the cause of tongue inflammation. You ...

Inflammation of the oral tissues can be either primary or secondary. Inflammation in the oral cavity may affect the gingiva (gingivitis), nongingival tissues of the periodontium (periodontitis), alveolar mucosa (alveolar mucositis), sublingual mucosa (sublingual mucositis), lip and cheek mucosa (labial and buccal mucositis), lip (cheilitis), oral mucosa (stomatitis), mucosa of the dorsal or ventral tongue surface (glossitis), mucosa of the caudal oral cavity (caudal mucositis), mucosa forming the lateral walls of the pharynx (faucitis), mucosa of the palate (palatitis), palatine tonsil (tonsillitis), or mucosa of the pharynx (pharyngitis). The nature and severity of the lesions vary greatly depending on the etiology and duration of the disease. Contact mucositis and contact mucosal ulceration represent lesions in susceptible animals that are secondary to mucosal contact, with a tooth surface bearing the responsible irritant, allergen, or antigen. They have also been called “contact ulcers” and “kissing ulcers.” Stomatitis is inflammation of the mucous lining of any of the structures in the mouth; in clinical use, the term should be reserved to describe widespread oral inflammation (beyond gingivitis and periodontitis) that may also extend into submucosal tissues (eg, marked caudal mucositis extending into submucosal tissues may be termed caudal stomatitis). Periodontal disease, including gingivitis and periodontitis, is the most common oral problem in small animals. Gingiv...