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Dane J Markham1, Taylor S Davis1, Max E Oscherwitz1
1Dane J. Markham is from the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, Jacksonville, Florida. Taylor S. Davis is from the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Missouri. Max E. Oscherwitz is from the Heersink School of Medicine, University of Alabama, Birmingham. Dr. Jorizzo is from the Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Abstract:
Orodynia (OD) manifests as an unexplained burning sensation in the oral cavity, often persisting for years without clear clinical findings. Currently, there is no clear protocol for managing OD. We propose a systematic approach that aims to exclude common potential causes and attempt proactive treatments. Anecdotally, we have found that our structured approach improves clinical outcomes.
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