Exploring burning mouth syndrome: Diagnosis and management of an unusual presentation: A case report

Maarij Zubair; Muhammad Dawood; Nida Zubair

doi:10.53685/jshmdc.v6i1.347

Authors

Maarij Zubair Department of Oral Medicine; Fatima Memorial Hospital College of Medicine & Dentistry, Lahore, Pakistan
Muhammad Dawood Department of Internal Medicine, Shalamar Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
Nida Zubair Department of Physiology, Shalamar Medical & Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53685/jshmdc.v6i1.347

Keywords:

Burning Mouth Syndrome, Crohn's Disease, Oral Manifestations, Management

Abstract

Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) is a chronic pain condition of the oral mucosa without visible lesions and may be linked to systemic disorders. A 45-year-old male with anemia, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and suspected Crohn’s disease presented with a persistent burning sensation, primarily on the tongue. Clinical findings included mucosal atrophy, gingival pigmentation, cobblestoning, and generalized chronic periodontitis. He was diagnosed with BMS Type 1, and systemic symptoms prompted further evaluation, raising suspicion for Crohn’s disease. A multidisciplinary approach was initiated. This case highlights the rare association between BMS and Crohn’s disease and emphasizes the role of oral signs in identifying systemic illness.

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