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Does anyone else find that they're biting the inside of their mouth or their tongue quite often, when eating maybe, quite hard sometimes?

A MyMSTeam Member asked a question 💭
Bulls New Zealand

I'm often biting the side of my tongue, at the back mainly, even drawing blood sometimes, though I try to be careful.
The inside of my lips is often very tender. Though that area heals very quickly. It really hurts when I've bitten hard on the inside of my cheeks.
I'm going to buy some Teething Gel, I'm hoping that will make my poor mouth feel a bit better.

God bless everyone, and give us courage & strength to manage our MS.
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June 4
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MyMSTeam

You are absolutely not alone in this! Many MyMSTeam members experience the same thing. As one MyMSTeam member shared, "I keep biting my tongue in the same spot even though I'm trying not to." Another said, "It's like my tongue has a different idea of what to do."

This happens because MS lesions can affect the nerves Show Full Answer

You are absolutely not alone in this! Many MyMSTeam members experience the same thing. As one MyMSTeam member shared, "I keep biting my tongue in the same spot even though I'm trying not to." Another said, "It's like my tongue has a different idea of what to do."

This happens because MS lesions can affect the nerves controlling the mouth, tongue, and jaw muscles. Once you've bitten an area and it swells, it becomes even easier to bite again — a frustrating cycle! 😣 Teething gel is a thoughtful idea for short-term relief! Here are some other tips that MyMSTeam members and specialists suggest:

- Slow down when eating — taking your time really helps
- Avoid distractions like TV or conversations during meals
- Cut food into smaller pieces
- Try softer foods like yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies
- Sit up straight to better engage your mouth muscles
- Consider speech therapy — therapists can strengthen tongue and swallowing muscles through targeted exercises

If you notice any area hardening or not healing, do mention it to your doctor. 💞

June 4
A MyMSTeam Member

I'll go through periods where I'll bite the inside of my mouth several times in a one or two week period and then I won't do it again for awhile. Never really dawned on me that it was M/S. It's hard sometimes to know what the MonSter is doing as opposed to it being something else.

June 4
A MyMSTeam Member

Yes.

June 4
A MyMSTeam Member

I have bit the side of my tongue a couple days in a row. I think it’s because it’s inflammation some so I end up doing it again. I’m a slow eater but this makes me even more careful.

June 4
A MyMSTeam Member

This past week I have bit my lip a few times

June 4

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