The appearance of blisters on the tongue is a signal from the body that there has been some malfunction in its work or some kind of disease has appeared. It is the language that first reacts to any pathological processes occurring inside our body. Therefore, any manifestations, whether it is a change in shade, the formation of plaque, or the occurrence of any discomfort in the tongue, may indicate that this fact needs to be paid attention to. It's not for nothing that doctors start examining a patient from the oral cavity.
Causes of occurrence
A he althy tongue has a symmetrical shape and a pale pink velvety surface. Any extra formations and changes in shade may indicate internal problems.
In cases where blisters appear on the root of the tongue, on the sides or at the tip, they most often have a translucent structure and are filled with liquid. At the same time, they usually act in groups and clusters, capturing a fairly large area of the mucous membrane. Alone, such manifestations rarely occur, but localization and color can be completely different.
The most common cause of theseformations - a thermal burn obtained by eating too hot food and drinks.
The appearance of white or red blisters on the tongue may be associated with manifestations:
- inflammatory processes of the upper respiratory tract (manifestations of tonsillitis or pharyngitis);
- infectious processes (manifestations of chickenpox or scarlet fever);
- dermatological rashes (eg atopic dermatitis);
- manifestations of herpes;
- candidiasis stomatitis (in other words thrush);
- mechanical damage to the oral mucosa;
- dental diseases.
Often the appearance of white blisters on the tongue is associated with the abuse of bad habits (smoking). However, such conditions may indicate the development of malignant processes. The mucous membrane of the mouth can also become covered with bubbles during chemical burns, when potent acids or alkalis accidentally enter the oral cavity.
Upper Respiratory Blisters
Various inflammatory diseases occurring in the upper respiratory tract can cause blisters on the root of the tongue and throat. With angina or pharyngitis, such phenomena appear as red cone-shaped formations. In addition, with such an inflammatory process, it is difficult for the patient to talk and swallow painfully.
Throat infections
Clinical manifestations of some infectious diseases may be accompanied by the appearance of blisters on the tongue and throat. In this case, eachthe bubble that appears is filled with a grayish-yellow liquid. The patient feels pain and burning, malaise and general weakness.
With scarlet fever, along with blisters, swelling of the larynx occurs. Children usually suffer from such diseases, but cases of infection of the adult population are not excluded.
Dermatological rashes
The main dermatological manifestations that occur in the oral cavity are fungal infections (lichen) and atopic dermatitis. Such blisters appear on the tongue closer to the throat. They have a red tint and quickly take over the surrounding tissue.
There is a clear liquid inside each vial. The clinical manifestations of these pathologies are characterized by damage not only to the mucous membranes, but also to the area around the mouth and lips. Both children and adults are susceptible to similar diseases.
Herpes
Herpetic infection is caused by the development of harmful colonies. It appears in the form of plaque and blisters on the tongue. Sometimes the bubbles burst, a clear liquid comes out of them, which contributes to the further spread of pathogenic microorganisms. A sore remains in place of the burst bubble.
For a herpes infection, symptoms such as fever, loss of appetite, pain, chills and the appearance of general weakness are characteristic. The clinical picture in children can be supplemented by damage to the lymph nodes, the appearance of diarrhea and the occurrence of abundant plaque and rashes on the root of the tongue.
Candidiasis stomatitis
This pathology most often developsdue to the manifestation of dysbacteriosis against the background of a general decrease in immunity and / or taking antibacterial drugs. It manifests itself in the form of candidiasis of mixed or fungic forms.
Manifestations of candidal stomatitis (thrush) begin with the appearance of white dot formations on the mucous membranes of the oral cavity. These white dots are transformed into a curdled white coating within two days. A detailed examination reveals small blisters on the tongue of a child or adult. The characteristic symptoms of this disease are burning, difficulty in speaking and swallowing.
Dental diseases
With gingivitis and caries, similar formations can also occur. However, in addition to pimples and blisters on the tongue, there are changes in the color of the enamel of the teeth, lesions of hard tissues and bleeding of the gums appear.
Bad bite
Blood blisters can be caused by malocclusion or improperly fitting orthopedic appliances (such as braces or dentures). As a result of permanent mechanical damage to the mucosa, bursting blisters may appear on the gums, tongue or cheeks, causing severe pain and bleeding.
Usually such phenomena occur at the initial stages of using such structures. After contacting a specialist and eliminating the defect of the orthopedic device, such phenomena disappear.
First Aid
The appearance of any formations in the tongue or in the oral cavitycannot be ignored. If you find such phenomena, you should consult a doctor. If it is not possible to visit a medical facility, then the following measures can be taken to relieve unpleasant symptoms:
- Oral hygiene after each meal.
- Rinsing with Miramistin, Chlorhexidine antiseptics or Furacilin solution. These products disinfect neoplasms that have appeared on the root of the tongue.
- Rinsing the mouth with decoctions of calendula or chamomile, tinctures of sage or oak bark help relieve inflammation. Such procedures should be carried out at least 3-4 times a day.
- Blisters on the tongue closer to the throat can be treated with concentrated soda or saline rinses.
- Using antimycotic drugs for blistering dermatological rashes or candidiasis stomatitis.
- Taking pain medication will help relieve pain.
Rejection of bad habits and a sparing diet may be one of the additional methods to reduce pain and irritation of the oral mucosa.
Important to remember
Despite some relief in the course of the disease, accompanied by the appearance of blisters on the tongue (photo above), after using improvised or folk remedies, the patient still needs to see a doctor to determine the cause of such formations. Only a qualified specialist will be able to accurately diagnose the disease andadvise an adequate treatment regimen.
For an accurate diagnosis of pathological manifestations in the oral cavity, doctors conduct a visual examination and, if necessary, prescribe special laboratory tests for blood tests and scrapings taken from the affected area of the mucous membrane of the tongue.
Helping a child
Children endure the occurrence of inflammatory foci of the oral cavity much more difficult. Therefore, a special approach is needed here, and in this case one cannot do without an examination by a pediatrician. To relieve the main symptoms when blisters appear on the tongue, use:
- Rinsing the mouth with an affordable antiseptic (pharmacological preparations and decoctions of medicinal herbs are suitable).
- When a herpes infection is detected, antiviral drugs "Viferon" or "Acyclovir" are the best help, but the pediatrician should prescribe the dosage and regimen.
Treatment of the oral mucosa should take place at least every 8 hours. If the inflammatory symptoms persist for three days, it is necessary to consult with the supervising physician, it may be necessary to change the treatment regimen.
Treatment of blisters in adults
When any inflammatory neoplasms appear in the oral cavity, it is not recommended to carry out self-treatment, however, you can carry out some manipulations that correspond to a specific problem:
- When thermal burns appear in the oral cavity, ice cubes will help relieve inflammation,applied to the sore spot. You can also use cold water rinses or cooling lozenges with menthol or benzocaine.
- In case of severe burns of the soft tissues of the oral cavity, you should consult a doctor.
- If the appearance of rashes in the mouth is associated with allergies, then antihistamines will help relieve unwanted symptoms.
- When bursting blisters appear, the resulting wounds must be treated locally with Erazaban or Famciclovir.
- In some cases, different antibiotic regimens are used. Your doctor may recommend Amoxicillin or Azithromycin.
- To speed up the healing process of oral tissues, you should use toothpastes with antibacterial action. Such remedies not only eliminate the infection, but also help reduce pain.
In order to strengthen the overall immunity of the body, the doctor may recommend taking probiotics, prebiotics, immunostimulants and vitamin-mineral complexes.
Prevention of blisters in the mouth
The blisters themselves do not pose any particular danger to human he alth, but can bring a lot of discomfort to the patient. Nevertheless, they are often a signal of the development of internal pathologies, which could provoke their appearance.
In any case, to prevent their occurrence, it is recommended:
- Take good care of your oral hygiene: brush your teeth at least twice a day and rinse your mouthafter every meal.
- Include as many fresh fruits and vegetables as possible in your diet.
- Stay he althy and take care of your own he alth.
- Avoid eating too hot food and drinks that can cause thermal burns of the soft tissues of the mouth and throat.
- Give up bad habits, especially smoking. This will not only help improve overall he alth, but also prevent the appearance of onco-dangerous manifestations in the mouth and throat.
In addition, it must be remembered that any changes in the state of the mucous membrane of the tongue indicate disturbances in the functioning of internal organs. Therefore, if spots, pimples or blisters appear in the mouth, plaque has formed or some other symptom has arisen, you should see a doctor as soon as possible to exclude the possibility of developing unwanted diseases.
