How do you treat tongue irritation? My taste buds keep getting irritated and inflamed.?
92776
it's probably from something acidic you've been eating, such as tomato products, citrus, etc.  some people are very sensitive to the acids in these foods.  try drinking cold water, maybe that will help with the tongue irritation.
810693
Brush your tongue as well as your teeth!  The bacteria that grows on your tongue could be a main source of your bad breath...  Besides food will taste better!
554676
dont waste money on a tongue scraper.  brush your tongue twice a day.  it may make you vomit, but brush in the far back too.  also you can buy a supplement called chlorphyll.  buy a liquid form and drink it, a teaspoon twice a day.  this will help detox your body and aid with fresh breath
1107992
Time heals it the best.  If you have any Chlorhexidine rinse (PerioGard) you can rinse with it.  It is an antimicrobial rinse that reduces bacteria.  You can get some from you dentist.  Be sure not to irritate the area more.  Try not to drink citrusy drinks or fruits or spicy things till it heals.  Even some toothpastes may aggravate it.  I always hate it when I get one.  Is it at the tip of you tongue?  That seems to be the most common area.  Patience is the best medicine! (but a topical numbing agent can help too-check out your dental aisle ).
577929
Nothing heals faster than your tongue... it will be better in no time. It sucks but at least it's not your hand or something that would take weeks to heal!
478847
Use listerine and get a tongue scraper.  And drink LOTS of water.
491994
It sounds like oral thrush, you naughty girl, what have you been doing with your tongue?  I see from previous posts you're a man hater.
101417
Rinse with warm, salty water several times a day.  This will help keep salt-hating bacteria on the run.\n\nOn another note, keep in mind that your body renews its outer layers of skin, etc. approximately every 7 days.  Your tongue will be feeling much better this time next week.\n\nBest of everything!
181319
Your problem may be with your stomach.  Do you get heartburn or sour stomach?  Do you have diabetes?  You may have acid reflux disease, or you might be burning fat and be acidotic.  If brushing and flossing don't work, talk to your doctor.  I don't recommend using mouthwash, as that can damage the inside of your mouth and cause further mouth odor.
928680
hmm...that's weird. that only happens to me if I eat food that is too hot before it cools down some. but, sometimes the insides of my gums get a slimy coating, and I discovered that was from using a toothpaste that was too strong. I use crest multi care cool mint and the problem has gone away. maybe you should try to use a sensative toothpaste or google your symptoms
623426
Try juice or any other beverage that isn't carbonated. That might help it taste better.
1030873
You have a sensitive tongue. If you keep abusing it with sour treats, eventually you won't suffer anymore, because the skin will become thicker and used to the pressure of tough gummy candy and citric acid.\n\nIt could be that you are biting your tongue at anytime during the day, such as a nervous tick, or while you sleep.\n\nNothing to worry about in any case.
310838
Sounds like a canker sore.  I used to get them all the time as a kid.  Best thing i have found is to rinse your mouth with salt water. Then get some powdered alum (in spice section of grocery store.  Put a dab of it on there...it WILL burn, but the sore will be gone in a day or so.
909925
i had my tonsils out 3 years ago and still remember that taste. no matter what i ate or drunk i couldnt get rid of it, it lasted about a week. i know its painfulbut try eating as much toast and crisps as you can manage. this scracthes all the residue left off and should heal quicker. hope you feeling better soon
128865
chew gum. works for me!
362089
Well, it depends on what part of your mouth is stinging?  Is it mainly your tongue that stings?  When my tongue gets really sore and stinging it is usually because I have eaten too much fresh pineapple.  I think I have a sensitivity to pineapple.  It may be that you have an allergy or a sensitivity to certain foods or it may be that you are consuming too much vitamin C in the form of citrus fruit.n  Have you been eating lots of oranges lately?\n\n"Glossodynia is the medical name for a sore tongue. Gloss- means tongue and dynia- means pain. There are a number causes from minor problems to serious things. This is a reason to seek professional advice if it continues very long. The most common reason is dental trauma. Sharp teeth or rough calculus can irritate the tongue. Some patients have tongue biting habits which traumatize the tongue. A patient who has recently had dental treatment may also have irritation. The nerve to the tongue can be damaged during oral surgery or during a dental injection. The damage was not directly to the tongue but the patient's brain feels the pain in the tongue.\n\nA candida infection can cause a red or white irritated sore tongue. When candida is white, it easily rubs off from the surface of the tongue. Candida often appears as a secondary infection following some earlier medical problem. It is important to consider other medical causes when Candida appears. If a patient does not drink enough water, dehydration can cause discomfort and the tongue may feel furry and dry. Drink plenty of water and avoid foods, such as alcohol and caffeine, that can dehydrate. A patient with an iron deficiency may experience a sore tongue. Several vitamin deficiencies such as B12 or folate deficiency can contribute to the problem. Some diseases such as diabetes, Crohn's disease and coeliac disease can also be the cause.\n\nFood allergies can cause irritation of the sensitive red skin. Geographic tongue is common and may contribute to the problem. Allergies to toothpastes, mouthwashes, or chewing gums can be involved. Many prescription medications have side effects. Oral ulcers can also be the cause. In most case, the ulcers can be seen on the tongue. Smoking or dipping tobacco can irritate the tongue (nicotine stomatitis). In rare cases, it may be an early presentation of oral cancer, usually carcinoma. In most cases, if you have a sore tongue, it is a good idea to visit your dentist and physician. A complete blood count can determine if anaemia is a cause and a glucose spot test screens for diabetes. If the dentist, physician or patient are concerned, a biopsy can be taken to rule out serious causes."\n\nBelow is a site with more information on sore tongue and mouth.  Hope that helps.
929424
Before any diet check with you doctor, then it could be the pill because of the homonal changes it put one through, i had the similiar complain of nausea, no taste buds and gained lots of weights too besides the tongue is a powerful organ it tells us alot what is happening to our body so here again i suggest you check with your doctor it won't hurt so go i wish you well.