what causes mouth ulcers?

Question

by the way i am NOT talking about herpes, just regular mouth ulcers, why does everyboby assume the worst?

Answer 1

STRESS. That is the main cause. Can also be a sign that your body is run down (from stress?) eat better and drink plenty of water.

You can get ulcers from an infection of some kind too, eating or drinking something too hot or if you have gum and teeth problems.

Oh my god why do people think immediately of a sexual transmitted infection. What are they trying to say about you!!! lol

Answer 2

It depends. There are different kinds of mouth ulcers. There is the herpes sore that most often appears on the lip.

Some mouth ulcers are associated with std's. There is also a small, white "aphthous" ulcer that can appear on the lips, gums and back of the throat, usually caused by a compromised immune system or inflamation somewhere in the body.

What kind do you have? If it hurts and you are worried, get checked by a doctor.

Answer 3

The exact cause of mouth ulcers is unknown, but in some cases they are thought to be caused by an overreaction by the body's own immune system. Factors that appear to provoke them include stress, fatigue, illness, injury from accidental biting, hormonal changes, menstruation, sudden weight loss, food allergies and deficiencies in vitamin B12, iron and folic acid.

Mouth ulcers are thought to form when the body becomes aware of and attacks chemicals which it does not recognize. The presence of the unrecognized molecules garners a reaction by the lymphocytes, which trigger a reaction that causes the damage of a mouth ulcer.

Trauma to the mouth is a common cause of mouth ulcers. Physical trauma, such as toothbrush abrasion, poking with sharp food, accidental biting (this can be particularly common with sharp canine teeth), or dental braces can cause mouth ulcers by breaking the mucous membrane. Other factors, such as chemical irritants or thermal injury, may also lead to the development of ulcers. However in many cases, the precise cause is unknown.

A common cause of ulcers is gluten intolerance, in which case consumption of wheat, rye, or barley can result in chronic mouth ulcers. If gluten intolerance is the cause, prevention means taking most breads, pastas, cakes, pies, cookies, scones, biscuits, beers etc. out of the diet and substituting gluten-free varieties where available. Artificial sugars, such as those found in diet cola and sugarless gum, have been reported as causes of mouth ulcers as well. They can also be linked to an increased intake of acids such as ascorbic acid (one form of Vitamin C) or citric acid. In this case the sores disappear after intake decreases (for example, by substituting ascorbate salts for ascorbic acid).

Answer 4

typically little ones get mouth sores even as their abdomen is disillusioned, indigestion etc. Borax were used from historic circumstances for abdomen ulcers as well as mouth ulcers. In homeopathic doses typically no more suitable than 3 doses in 30 efficiency are needed. the significant symptom for using Borax is worry of downward action, and startling from surprising sounds. interior the renowned era, the nomal reason for abdomen upsets is mild nutrition poison by skill of insecticides, or different motives. One dose of Arsenic Album at 30 efficiency(3 globules) frequently get rid of the aphthae in one day and second doses frequently favor not be resorted to. often times the position previous due sitting for learn, exam and prefer supply rigidity to little ones and provides you upward thrust to concerns and therefore, ulcers it really is meditated as aphthae interior the mouth too, and likewise if some one has taken too a lot espresso, tea and or with alcoholic beverages, Nux Vomica in 30 efficiency is chanced on maximum useful. no matter if it really is with undesirable breath, both nux or Mercurious 30 will treatment in accordance to indicators. no matter if it really is close to to the joint of tthe tongue and mouth and one unmarried one, Thuja will easily treatment with one unmarried dose. interior the case of indigestion and extreme fever, the ulcers come out as eruptions and is outdoors the lips or mouth and are cured with Natrum Mur or arsenic album. Aphthae in little ones purely shows an disillusioned abdomen. on the most a congested chest. get properly quickly.

Answer 5

Putting dirty fingers in your mouth can cause mouth ulcers as can yeast infections. Try gargling with warm salty water to kill the bacteria.

Answer 6

Hi i get mouth ulcers alot, its when i have to much acid like vinager and orange juice, and apples, but sometimes stress can cause them and tiredness

Answer 7

There can be various reasons, but I used to get them all the time until my doctor realised I was anaemic. Once I started taking iron tablets they cleared up and, asking my doctor they are known to be linked. A good multivitamin, including iron, should clear them right up.

Other, non-disease causes are folic acid or vitamin B12 deficiency stress and over enthusiastic teeth brushing!.

Answer 8

Are you talking inside the mouth? I sometimes get canker sores if I eat or drink to much acid...like in pickles or orange juice. Get an over the counter rinse for your mouth. Should clear them up.

Answer 9

Herpes. There's two types of Herpes genitle and mouth. Usually named I & II. Of the mouth is most common, but still transmittable. You need to consult a physican so you don't spread it to family members or a boyfriend.

Answer 10

Herpes viral infections. See a doctor immediatly.