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Glossitis: Why Is My Tongue So Swollen and Painful?
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Glossitis: Why Is My Tongue So Swollen and Painful? - #14825

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A few days ago, my tongue started feeling swollen and sore, almost like it was burned. At first, I ignored it, but now it’s getting worse. It feels smooth, red, and sometimes even tingles. I looked it up, and it seems like it could be glossitis. I have no idea why this is happening. Could it be due to a vitamin deficiency? I don’t eat a lot of leafy greens or dairy, so maybe that’s affecting my tongue? Or could it be something I’m eating that’s irritating it? I also noticed that after drinking hot tea or spicy food, the pain gets worse. I want to know if Ayurveda has treatments for glossitis that don’t just mask the pain but actually heal the root cause. Are there specific Ayurvedic herbs or mouth rinses that help with glossitis? Should I be changing my diet to fix this? If anyone has dealt with glossitis using Ayurveda, what helped the most? How long does it take to heal completely? And is there anything I should completely avoid until my tongue gets better?

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Dr. Harsha Joy
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Glossitis in Ayurveda can be linked to an imbalance in Pitta dosha, especially if it’s aggravated by spicy foods, hot beverages, or stress. It could also be related to deficiencies in essential nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, or folate, which are crucial for tongue health. To address this, Ayurveda suggests cooling and soothing herbs like Guduchi, Aloe Vera, and Licorice, which can help reduce inflammation and promote healing. For relief, a mouth rinse made with triphala or coconut oil can be soothing. Avoid spicy, hot, and acidic foods, as they may worsen the condition. Incorporating more cooling foods like cucumbers, melons, and leafy greens into your diet will support healing. It may take a few weeks for significant improvement, depending on the underlying cause, but balancing your diet and using these remedies should help restore your tongue’s health.
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Alright, so from what you're describing, sounds like classic signs of glossitis alright—swelling, soreness, that whole smooth, red look. Sometimes life just throws these curveballs. No leafy greens or dairy, huh. Well, vitamins could be a part of the puzzle here. In Ayurveda, we see symptoms like this through the lens of dosha imbalances. Your tongue issues might be a sign of a Pitta imbalance—think heat, inflammation. Eating hot or spicy stuff could totally make it flare up, you know. Makes sense you'd feel worse after a cup of steaming tea or some fiery curry. First up, to cool that Pitta heat, you should focus on some dietary changes. Swap out those spicy and hot foods for cooling, calming eats—cucumbers, melons, coconuts, cilantro, that sorta thing. Leafy greens—yep, vitamin B12, folic acid, and iron rich stuff, those can really be your friends here. Herbs can work wonders too. Amalaki (Indian gooseberry) is cooling, Pitta pacifying, and great for inflammation, maybe think of adding some powdered Amalaki in warm water daily. Also, try a licorice root tea—it's soothing for the mouth and helps with healing too. Turmeric? That magical herb can be great when used as a mouth rinse. Mix a bit of turmeric powder with warm water and swirl it around for a minute a couple of times a day. Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, it's got ya covered. About how long it'll take... Well, it might feel a bit better after a few days, but sticking to these suggestions regularly is key. Your body’s healing pace is yours alone. Be patient. In terms of what to avoid—anything with artificial additives, acidic foods, tobacco, and alcohol should be off the list for a bit. If your symptoms really aren't improving, or if it gets worse, seeing a healthcare pro might be a smart idea. A blend of modern medicine and Ayurvedic principles can work in harmony to get you back on track. Holler if anything else comes up!
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