Differential diagnosis of burning mouth syndrome10 15–18
| Systemic | Local |
|---|---|
| Diabetes Hypothyroidism Anaemia Cerebrovascular disease Multiple sclerosis Autoimmune disorders (eg, Sjögren's syndrome) Medication (eg, angiotensin- converting enzyme inhibitors) Nutritional deficiency (vitamin B, iron and zinc) Non-metastatic lung cancer Metastatic malignancies Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Oral lichen planus Migratory glossitis (geographic tongue) Dental and periodontal diseases Temporomandibular disorders Diseases of the salivary glands Sinusitis Postherpetic neuralgia Trigeminal neuralgia Allergy to food or dental materials Poorly fitted oral prosthesis/dentures Overusing mouthwashes Overbrushing tongue |