Glossodynia Exfoliativa (Noun)
Meaning
A superficial form of glossitis marked by irregular red patches on the tongue and sensitivity to hot or spicy food.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- After several weeks of consuming extremely spicy dishes, Sarah began to notice she had developed glossodynia exfoliativa.
- Glossodynia exfoliativa, although rare, was found to be present in over a third of the population sampled during the oral health survey.
- Researchers suggest that reducing one's consumption of spicy food can greatly alleviate symptoms of glossodynia exfoliativa.
- Regular dental checkups and self-examinations can aid in identifying the onset of glossodynia exfoliativa in its early stages.
- Those diagnosed with glossodynia exfoliativa were instructed by their dentist to maintain a soft food diet and refrain from ingesting extremely hot foods and drinks.