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Canker sores usually go away on their own within a week or two. Canker sores that are unusally large (bigger than 1/2 inch), don't go away on their own, or recurrent should prompt a doctor visit, because they may signal an underlying health condition. The doctor may prescribe a mouth rinse or topical analgesic to help with the pain, and sometimes supplements for folic acid, B6, B12, and zinc can help prevent recurring canker sores. As a last resort, oral steroid medications can be prescribed.
What else can I help you with?
Cold sores inside the mouth?
Sores inside the mouth are called canker sores.
What other sores besides canker sores appear in your mouth?
ulcers
Where are pictures of canker sores?
The cause of canker sores is unknown but they occur in the mouth and can be quite painful. Pictures of canker sores can be found on any medical website, health or medical magazines and books.
Can making out with a person who gets canker sores give you canker sores?
No. I have canker sores and have never kowingly given some one canker sores. Canker sores are not caused by the same thing that causes cold sores and as far as I know they are not contagious. But to be on the safe side avoid kissing this person until their canker sores go away.
Can canker sores be caught from someone else?
No, canker sores are abrasions inside your mouth and can be caused by biting your mouth, stress, drinking coffee etc. Cold sores (oral herpes) can be spread by someone else.
How do you treat a canker sores?
Orajel works on canker sores. Buy it at most pharmacies.
What causes canker sores to develop in your mouth?
Canker sores in the mouth can develop due to various factors such as stress, injury to the mouth, certain foods, hormonal changes, and weakened immune system.
What are the symptoms of canker sores?
There are a number of symptoms for canker sores. They include fever, a lack of energy, sores in your mouth or tongue, a tingling sensation and even swollen lymph nodes.
What are the reasons for canker sores and how can they be prevented or treated effectively?
Canker sores can be caused by factors like stress, certain foods, or mouth injuries. To prevent them, maintain good oral hygiene and avoid triggers like spicy foods. Treatment options include over-the-counter medications, mouth rinses, or prescription medications from a doctor.
What are the different types of mouth sores that can occur?
There are several types of mouth sores that can occur, including canker sores, cold sores, and oral thrush. Canker sores are small ulcers that appear inside the mouth, cold sores are caused by the herpes virus and appear on the lips, and oral thrush is a fungal infection that can develop on the tongue and inside the cheeks.
Are canker sores considered open wounds?
No, canker sores are not considered open wounds. They are small ulcers that occur inside the mouth and are not caused by bacteria or viruses.
Can the acid in red wine cause canker sores in the mouth?
No, it cannot.
