glossodynia

Term: glossodynia

Literally meaning: “tongue pain”

Origin: Anc Greek

+ γλώσσα/glossa(=tongue, language)

+ οδύνη/odyni(= pain) > δυάω/diao(=regret)

Coined/History 

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Definition

Glossodynia  is a condition characterized by burning sensation in the oral cavity, lips and tongue caused possibly by nutritional deficiencies, chronic anxiety, menopause or type 2 diabetes.