Tipun in the language: causes and treatment

The appearance of tipun in the mouth was once associated with imprudent speeches and human deceit. Indeed, pain and decreased articulatory mobility of the tongue due to the tipun are painful and similar to punishment, however the treatment of this scourge is the competence of dentists and other specialized specialists.

Tipun - a diagnosis or a harmless pimple

Pip

The opinion of doctors about the reasons for which the tip appears in the tongue does not coincide with the opinion of people who are far from medicine. The object of folk signs is a rather serious inflammation of the oral cavity, having an infectious or traumatic origin. Glossitis - this is the official diagnosis.

Glossitis is easily confused with oral stomatitis, but an experienced specialist differentiates the diagnosis by the special primary location of the foci of inflammation and finds out the cause of the appearance of tipun in the tongue.

Primary localization

The target of glossites is always language - an organ made entirely of soft tissue. Its main segments:

• root - 1/3 part;
• body - 2/3 parts;
• back - surface facing the sky;
• bridle.

On top of the organ is the mucous membrane with multilayer epithelium. On the back, tip and sides of the organ, the epithelial lining forms special tubercles - taste buds, due to which a person distinguishes taste, temperature and texture of food.

Photo: glossitis

Tipun appears when the inflammatory process develops precisely on the papillae. Moreover, its primary localization always affects the region of taste tubercles. In the future, inflammation can spread to other parts of the oral cavity, at which point the disease is difficult to distinguish from stomatitis.

Glossitis usually begins with a small pimple or sores that sprang up on the tongue. Less commonly, pathology is manifested by color, structural changes in the epithelium.

Types of glossitis

The disease proceeds in acute or chronic form. To get rid of a tipun in a timely manner, you need to study the "enemy" in detail. In medicine, there are 9 types of glossitis:

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  Exfoliative glossitis

  Catarrhal. The inflammatory process develops due to the penetration of infection through microcracks. Manifestations: minor damage, swelling, hyperemia.

• Exfoliative or “geographical language”. Manifested by color and structural changes in the back and end of the tongue. If you look at the photo, you can see that the lesions really look like a hemisphere map. Exfoliative glossitis is an alarming signal indicating hematological diseases, gastrointestinal upset, neuroendocrine pathologies, metabolic failures. Allergic reactions also lead to "artistic coloring".
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  Diamond Glossitis

  Diamond type. A geometric section (rhombus or square) with atrophied taste buds is formed on the midline of the tongue. There are smooth, bumpy or papillomatous forms of the disease. It provokes fungal infections, smoking, gastroenterological problems.

• Candidiasis type Diseases - a fungal lesion of the back and tip of the tongue, manifested by a white coating. The cause of the occurrence is poor immunity, a violation of the microflora in the mouth.
• Atrophic appearance. A specific feature of this form of pathology is an unnaturally smooth red tongue. Other signs: group sores with severe soreness, unpleasant odor. Sometimes the disease signals HIV infection, gonorrhea, neoplasm.
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  Folded glossitis

  Fold shape. Multidirectional folds / furrows form on the surface of the tongue. Initially, such a pathology is an anatomical feature, however, the folded structure is a favorable environment for the spread of pathogenic microflora.

• Villus Pip. Almost from the very tip of the tongue is covered with elongated papillae extended to 3 mm. Due to their brownish color and horn structure, they look like stiff hairs. This is a rare type of glossitis, which affects only men. The exact cause of strange changes in the papilla has not been established.
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  Ulcerative glossitis

  Ulcerative form. Often, ulcerative glossitis develops due to dental problems. Such a tipun (see photo) looks like small ulcers on the tongue, treatment requires the elimination of the root cause.

• Phlegmonous / deep glossitis - An extremely aggressive form of the disease that should be treated under the strict supervision of a physician. The defeat instantly spreads to the deep tissues, and under adverse conditions it quickly reaches the neck, chin. Manifestations: abscess, temperature up to 39 ° C, enlarged and painful cervical lymph nodes, in advanced situations - phlegmon.

Glossitis is not so harmless. They arise both as independent diseases, and as complications of chronic pathologies of other systems, and deliver a lot of unpleasant sensations to the patient.

Main symptoms

With glossitis, a person may experience the following symptoms:

• There is hyperemia, swelling.
• A large amount of plaque is formed.
• Itching, burning, soreness.
• There is discomfort in the mouth.
• Bubbles popping up, rashes.
• There is a repulsive bad breath.
• Tactile and taste functions are violated.
• Large and small ulcers, cracks, abscesses, phlegmon appear.
• Salivation is disturbed, the structure of the membranes is altered.

If the tipun jumped up due to an exacerbation of systemic pathologies, the person's body temperature rises - the thermometer column can reach a mark of 39 ° C.

Why does a tipun appear in the language

Despite the widespread prevalence of pathology, doctors still do not have a consensus on why a tipun appears in the tongue. However, it is known for certain that people at risk are immunocompromised.

Etiological factors affecting the development of pathology are divided into mechanical and chemical-biological:

• temperature and chemical burns of the mucosa;
• mechanical damage to teeth (biting, exposure to chipped crowns, fillings);
• rough and solid foods, as well as damage to the mucous bones, nutshells;
• too sharp, sour, salty dishes;
• smoking, drinking alcohol;
• long-term use of antibiotics, hormonal drugs;
• allergy to food components, hygiene products;
• vitamin deficiencies, violation of mineral metabolism;
• failures in the digestive tract;
• helminthiasis, infection, colds.

Often, a tipun in the tongue pops up after orthodontic treatment, because dentures and crowns are of poor quality. But the main reason for the appearance of tipun is the penetration of pathogenic microflora into the microcracks from dirty hands.

How to cure tipun in tongue

To remove the tip from the tongue, it is necessary to cure the concomitant disease. Most often, therapy is carried out at home, with a severe illness of the patient hospitalized.

Pharmacology

To get rid of the disease, you will have to undergo a course of drug treatment. Therapy is aimed at enhancing the body's resistance and eliminating pathogenic microflora. With significant lesions of the mucosa, drugs that stimulate epithelization are used.

Antiseptics

• tableted: Hexalysis, Hexoral;
• sprays: Lugol, Tantum Verde;
• gels: Metrogil Dent, Camident;
• solutions: chlorhexidine, furatsilin.

These drugs not only remove the entire infection from the oral cavity, but also have a mild analgesic effect. For severe pain, anesthetics are prescribed for lidocaine.

Antiviral agents

Since pips can cause viral agents, Acyclovir, Cycloferon are included in the therapeutic course. It will not be possible to completely remove representatives of the microworld from the body, but it is possible to reduce their activity.

Antifungal drugs

• ointment: Pimafucin, Candide;
• oral agents: Diflucan, Nystatin.

The cure will go faster if you regularly treat the oral cavity with antiseptic solutions.

Immunomodulators

Effective immunomodulators are Viferon and Immunoglobulin. The doctor prescribes stimulants only after a complete examination of the patient and the removal of acute symptoms.

In addition to all the funds listed, the healing course may include wound healing formulations, antibiotics, vitamin and mineral complexes.

Since the tipun pops up on the tongue, the focus of inflammation is constantly exposed to thermal and mechanical effects. A humid environment in combination with a comfortable temperature stimulates inflammation - this is why it is not worth delaying treatment.

Is it possible to treat tipun in the tongue at home

Tipun in the tongue can be treated with folk remedies, but only if the manifestations have occurred recently and are limited to one or two ulcers. Traditional medicine methods quickly relieve symptoms and almost do not cause side effects, however, it is worth doing home remedies only according to proven recipes:

• Water-salt solution. In a glass of water at room temperature, dissolve 1 tsp. soda and salt. You need to rinse your mouth after each meal, but at least 4 times a day.
• Herbal decoctions. Eucalyptus, oak bark, sage, Kalanchoe have antiseptic properties. Chamomile, sage, licorice quickly remove inflammation, accelerate tissue regeneration.
• To heal wounds and protect against irritating factors, it is recommended that the tongue be treated with natural vegetable oils.

With the help of these tools, you can cure a tip that has recently jumped in the tongue and has a non-infectious nature. To get rid of the tipun once and for all, it is necessary to cure all concomitant diseases and strengthen the immune system.

What to do in order not to get sick

To prevent the occurrence of tipun, you need to slightly adjust your habits:

• observe oral hygiene, paying attention to teeth, gums;
• when brushing your teeth, do a light gum massage to improve tissue trophism;
• regularly visit the dentist, undergo general examinations;
• balance nutrition;
• maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and in the apartment;
• lead an active lifestyle, forever part with bad habits.

Compliance with these recommendations will help increase overall immunity and will be the first step to getting rid of health problems.