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There can be many causes of diseases or ailments of the palate. They can be associated with mechanical trauma, they can also be associated with another disease, and the palate can also be infected by poor oral hygiene. In the case of long-lasting discomfort, see a doctor.
A aching palate can be a great discomfort in everyday functioning, because it is not only a problem during oral hygiene, during a meal, but even when swallowing saliva.
The most common diseases of the palate
Ailments that affect the palate can effectively hinder everyday life. An injured or damaged palate may appear with dry mouth syndrome. With reduced salivation, which may be the result of, for example, dehydration or taking urological drugs. A dry mouth is also a symptom of Sjögren’s syndrome. It also happens that our mouth becomes dry when the nose is blocked, for example with a runny nose, and it is necessary to breathe through the mouth. With frequent drying out in the mouth, the palate also dries out and becomes irritated and sore. The palate is covered with a very delicate mucosa, so it can be damaged very quickly. Irritation may occur when eating very hot or cold food. The palate is also hypersensitive to spicy, spicy spices, so it is worth avoiding them if we have a tendency to any pathological changes in the oral cavity.
The palate may be sore with gastroesophageal reflux due to the reflux of the stomach contents. Dropping a meal not only causes the palate to be irritated, the mucosa in the mouth and throat may be red, and erosions may also appear. Due to its structure, the palate is exposed to injuries and infections, therefore it is often inflamed, which can be caused by bacteria or viruses. In some cases, the palate may become irritated in the course of a cold. With a viral infection, the palate may become small blisters filled with water.
Irritated palate may also appear in the case of sinusitis, the flowing discharge irritates not only the throat, but also the palate. The oral cavity, including the palate, is significantly exposed to injuries or infections with rhinitis, mouth ulcers, untreated caries or gingivitis. A aching palate may also be a symptom of neoplastic changes, pain and discomfort may be caused by enlarging tumors or pressure on the palate.
What is the treatment of palate diseases?
How to treat a sick or irritated palate? Of course, it all depends on the type of disease. The type of medication and its dosage should be prescribed by a doctor. There are over-the-counter products on the market that can regenerate the mucosa not only of the throat, but the entire mouth. However, without determining the cause of the discomfort in the oral cavity, you should not decide on the correct agent. Of course, even if the doctor orders the use of a drug or cosmetic product, you should carefully read the content of the leaflet to learn not only about its composition, but also how to use it.
In specialized stores, herbal gargle is also available, which has antibacterial, disinfecting and refreshing properties, so it is worth reading about the properties of some herbs.