burning tongue

a condition characterized by a burning sensation of the tongue.

Synonym(s): glossopyrosis

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glos·so·dyn·i·a

(glos'ō-din'ē-ă)

A condition characterized by burning or painful tongue.
Synonym(s): burning tongue, glossalgia.

[gloss- + G. odynē, pain]

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

glos·so·dyn·i·a

(glos'ō-din'ē-ă)

Burning or painful tongue.
Synonym(s): burning tongue.

[glosso- + G. odynē, pain]

Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012

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