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Some examples include lacerations, burns and cuts.
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Injuring the tongue can lead to inflammation. There are a wide range of medications that can affect how a person’s taste buds function. If someone is missing certain nutrients such as folate, vitamin C and vitamin B complex, they are at a greater risk of mouth problems which can lead to issues with the tongue and taste buds as well. When the tongue is involved, the risk of inflamed taste buds increases. Mouth ulcers may involve the tongue and frequently cause irritation to all oral membranes. Common examples that lead to inflammation include oral yeast infections and oral thrush. If someone has a mouth infection or ulcer, they will have a greatly increased risk of developing inflamed taste buds. Some common examples include grapefruits, lemons, seafood and sauces. Eating foods that you are allergic too or are too acidic can also inflame the taste buds. Smoking: Tobacco smoke, alcohol and insecticides can irritate inflammation or make it worse if it is already present.Foods and beverages that are hot or spicy can burn or irritate the taste buds. If the taste buds become inflamed, it can lead to complications if you do not receive proper treatment but knowing the signs and causes can help you get treatment in a timely manner. One the taste buds begin to swell, it can make it more difficult to taste foods and drinks. The ones at the tip detect sweetness the ones in the back detect bitterness, the sides detect saltiness and the lateral area detects sourness. There are between 2,000 and 8,000 taste buds on our tongue as well as the epiglottis, esophagus and soft palate different areas detect different flavors. Taste buds are essential as they allow us to taste our foods.