Mouth ulcers are known as painful lesions or bumps that appear in the mouth or on the base of the gums.
Although all people may suffer from these ulcers, women, adolescents, and people with a family history of mouth ulcers It is important to note that these ulcers usually make eating and drinking difficult, in addition to the possibility of facing the patient difficult to talk and speak in general, but most cases of mouth ulcers heal on their own within a week to two weeks Of their appearance, but e AAC some sores that need longer to heal, those that are large in size or very painful, especially, and then it is necessary to review a specialist doctor to seek proper medical care, and in any case should be noted that mouth ulcers are not infectious.
In fact, mouth ulcers are mainly classified as three types. The first type is small mouth ulcers, often round or oval, which are usually said to heal in a week or two. The second type of ulcers is large mouth ulcers , Which are larger and deeper than the small, in addition to having irregular edges shape, such ulcers often need six weeks to heal, but this does not prevent that some of them may cause left traces or scars, and for the latter type Of mouth ulcers known as ulcers And usually appears in the form of groups of ulcers, often between 10 and 100, but it usually takes one to two weeks to heal, without leaving scars or traces. It is worth mentioning that mouth ulcers often affect adults.
Treatment of mouth ulcers Oral ulcers are often cured on their own, but there are some treatment options that accelerate the healing process, relieve pain, and reduce the chance of ulcers becoming infected.
Among these options are the following:
Topical Counter Medications, including those sold as prescription, and its application to oral ulcers when they appear helps to recover early, and the active substances found in these drugs: Benzocaine, fluocinonide, and hydrogen peroxide. Oral medications: These treatment options are used in cases where ulcers are very severe or have not responded to topical drug choices. Sucralfate and colchicine are used. Steroids given Oral as a last resort If all other treatments fail to control the mouth ulcers, the use of steroids has severe side effects. Vitamin B12 supplementation: Some studies have shown that taking vitamin B12 supplements may help reduce the pain and number of mouth ulcers. PAPEENOG Tea with Honey: Chamomile tea with honey has been used in the treatment of mouth ulcers since time immemorial. The role of this product in controlling inflammation of the mouth ulcers and pain, but there are no studies sufficient to support the use of this product at the present time, Honey is not used as an alternative to pharmacological treatments. Aloe vera, which helps to control the pain, inflammation and irritation associated with mouth ulcers. Although there are few studies on the use of patience to treat oral ulcers, it is safe. Mouthwash: It is a mouthwash which is medically prepared and sold over-the-counter, including what can be prepared at home, such as: water lotion, salt, and clove oil.
People with oral ulcers are advised to avoid eating foods that cause ulcers, such as spicy, acidic and salty foods, as well as avoiding hot drinks and hard-edged foods. In addition, mouth ulcers are advised to keep mouth and gums clean to avoid To suffer from the infection, but it is worth noting that the need to use a soft toothbrush to prevent the irritation of ulcers mouth, and finally advised people with these ulcers to put pieces of snow on them.
Check with your doctor Although most cases of mouth ulcers are simple, there are some cases that require a doctor's review. These cases can be described as follows: [4] Exceptionally large mouth ulcers. Mouth ulcers occur frequently; new ulcers appear before the old ulcers heal. Oral ulcers continue to appear for more than two weeks. Oral ulcers reach the lips. Ulcers do not respond to usual medical and home remedies, as the patient continues to suffer from pain despite these treatments. Suffering from fever along with these ulcers. Facing very difficult when eating or drinking. The presence of teeth or sharp dentures in the mouth caused the emergence of these ulcers, and then must be reviewed dentist.