Correlation of Lingual Changes With Other Clinical Data

Glossodynia

“…Several authors report the association between gastric hyperacidity and a buming tongue [89][90][91]. It has been postulated that there is a neurologically mediated reflex involving stimulation of the lower esophagus, the nucleus of the vagus nerve in the fourth ventricle, and the trigeminal nerve [89].…”

The aetiology and management of glossodynia

“…Several authors have noted the relationship between gastric hyperacidity and a burning tongue 30,31,32 . Seller 30 postulates that there is a neurologically mediated reflex involving stimulation of the lower oesophagus, the nucleus of the vagus nerve in the fourth ventricle, and the trigeminal nerve.…”

Ulcerative Colitis

“…4 Low total base. 1 vitamin, and it appears well in advance of polyneuritis.14 We have encountered the latter condition in only one case.…”

“…These changes could not be attributed to trauma, mechanical or chemical, and aerobic and anaerobic cultures failed to throw light on the etiology. 4 Both the protein and the mineral metabolism of the body may be seriously disturbed in the advanced stages of chronic ulcerative colitis. Blood chemistry determi¬ nations have shown marked deviations from normal in seven cases.…”