Research Article

Clinical and Pain-Related Characteristics of Idiopathic First Bite Syndrome Induced by Taste in Japanese Patients without Diabetes: A Retrospective Study of Five Cases

Table 1

Characteristics of patients with idiopathic first bite syndrome.

Patient no.Age (years)SexDurationInitial diagnosis at the first consultationPrevious therapy

113Female2.5 monthsTMDSplint
244Female10 yearsTMDSplint
352Female5 yearsTrigeminal neuralgiaMicrovascular decompression, medication
453Female1.5 monthsTMD, parotitisNo therapy
561Male3 yearsTMDSplint + laser therapy

TMD, temporomandibular disorder.