The aetiology and management of glossodynia.

In conclusion, glossodynia may present to a number of specialists. A wide variety of conditions may be responsible and the cause may be multifactorial. A systemic approach to assessment is essential and the opinion of other specialities, particularly dentistry, may be of help. Treatment is of the underlying cause but in many cases no specific aetiological factor is identified. The reassurance that there is no significant underlying pathology may in itself be sufficient to alleviate the symptom.