### instruction:
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description.

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Hello Dr Rynne, Thank you for this service. 10 years ago my Dentist recommended an oral surgeon to me. He was to replace a front tooth that had died over a period of years. Unfortunately he injured the nerves in the area during his procedure. I have suffered for 10 yrs. with many symptoms of nerve damage including burning, fullness & heavy pressure in the area, a feeling of heaviness & burning & swelling of my tongue which at times makes it hard to pronounce words. There is so much more. I have seen many dentists, physicians, neurologists & a neurosurgeon. The only thing offered to me has been medication. I am 84 yrs old, very active, walk & exercise 3 or more times a week and sing with an international chorus of women. Yes, my singing has definitely been compromised by the pain & discomfort. I have been on Neurontin for approximately 2yrs and can only tolerate 700mg daily because of the effects it has on my focus & balance. The relief is minimal. Can you offer me any hope for relief? The only other medication I am on is Synthroid 0.1mg.

### output:

Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor .com. I had gone through your question I can understand your concern. The symptoms rated to your concern seems to be because of permanent nerve damage. If it is 10 years old there are no chances of recovery anymore. What you need to do is, reduce the injury related to it. As there is no sensations, chances of the injury because of heat and chemicals are more. As you are not able to appreciate the proper stimulus you are unknowingly injuring hour tongue. You need to keep following things in mind. Take foods and Chat Doctor.  Clean your mouth before going to bed. Use no or small amount of 