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Symptoms in the mouth can point to different diseases: hormonal, stomach and even cardiac

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The mouth has several functions. It is the channel through which we introduce the foods that supply our body's demands. Able to show expressions and feelings of affection or irritation, it is, with the help of tongue and breathing, that allows us to express ideas through speech. And, on top of all that, the mouth is capable of passing on information that even we don't know. Know symptoms that manifest in the mouth, but can indicate serious illnesses such as heart problems and gluten intolerance.

Bleeding gums - hormonal imbalance

Hormone receptors are located in your gum tissue. Pregnant women experience bleeding from their gums during pregnancy not because of dental problems, but because of the hormone production needed to accommodate the developing fetus, just as occurs in menopause. Women also have more sensitive gums during the menstrual cycle.

Red mouth, swollen tongue - nutritional deficiency

If the corners of your mouth are red, this could be a sign of vitamin B6 deficiency. A swollen, shiny, or reddened tongue may indicate iron deficiency in the body, lack of vitamins E, B2 or B3. A pale tongue can indicate anemia or biotin deficiency. It is important to inform your doctor of any color changes in the tongue or the body in general.

Brittle or brittle teeth - gastroesophageal reflux disease

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid rises from your stomach into your mouth. The stomach produces pepsin, which digests and breaks down protein, and hydrochloric acid, a very strong acid with a pH of less than two. The presence of these substances in the mouth damages teeth, making them brittle and brittle because the acid wears down tooth enamel. Treatment depends on the severity of the GERD and may vary from lifestyle changes (stop smoking, drinking, lying down after meals), medications or surgery. Consult your doctor or dentist if you have any questions. See here homemade tips to stop gastric reflux.

Bad Breath - Stomach Problems

If you brush your teeth and floss regularly and bad breath persists, it could be related to stomach problems or even liver or kidney complications. It is worth notifying your doctor of any changes in your breath and visiting your dentist regularly.

Worn and straight teeth and headaches - stress

Straight, worn teeth as well as morning headaches and jaw pain are clear signs of bruxism, which is nothing more than grinding teeth. In many men, bruxism presents itself as a pain in the neck. For women, it presents itself in the form of migraines. To protect yourself from bruxism, visit your dentist and get an interocclusal splint (also known as an occlusal splint, night shield, bite plate) as seen in the video below. Stress management, like doing physical activity, can help.

Canker sores - gluten intolerance

Canker sores can be an indication of gluten intolerance (celiac disease) or a mineral zinc deficiency. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease caused by the presence of gluten in your diet. Recent studies indicate a link between gluten intolerance and the emergence of thrush. Symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, anemia, nail weakness, hair loss, and changes in the menstrual cycle. Talk to your doctor or dentist about a possible connection if you have recurrent thrush or symptoms of celiac disease.

Gingivitis and Inflammation - Heart Problems

Oral health has a great impact on heart health. Bacteria present in the mouth migrate via bacteremia into the bloodstream and reach the heart. According to a study by the Heart Institute, 45% of heart disease originates in the mouth. Even if the inflammation isn't spread in a large gum expansion, the bacteria will still be circulating in the bloodstream, wearing down the immune system. So when you clean up at the dentist's office, you're slowing down the inflammatory process and helping your body.

Remembering that all these signs can be confirmed or not - only a doctor is able to make an accurate diagnosis. Therefore, visit it if there is anything unusual.