Question 1

i have sores in both corners of mouth that burn when tongue touches. i've been under stress. would that cause them?

Accepted Answer

Aphthous ulcers: in mouth may be stress related and may be without a reason they come and go without long term problem

Question 2

have scalp sores for years, now have pain in left jaw , rash on both ankles, dr says it is stress  . i feel like something is wrong dr will do nothing?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: Sometimes people have compulsive picking at skin as part of an anxiety disorder. A dermatologist will help manage the skin lesions. A psychiatrist (behavior therapy, meds) will help you deal with depression, anxiety, etc. People with normal diets need not waste money on ascorbic acid.

Question 3

can stress and smoking and also not eating and drinking cause mouth sores.

Accepted Answer

Mouth or lip: sores may be indication of a viral infection. Stress and not eating or taking care of yourself can certainly put you at risk for viral illnesses/infections

Question 4

a friend has been sick. can fever or stress cause sores on the mouth that resemble cold sores? it doesn't hurt and can be covered up with makeup.

Accepted Answer

Herpes simplex: If the sores are on or around the lips, cold sores (herpes simplex)would be likely. If they are within the mouth different types of viral lesions could be present. If these lesions persist or worsen, see your physician for evaluation.

Question 5

how do you treat canker sores in your mouth that keep popping up every now and then, coincidently when there is a lot of stress or anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Prevention: Canker sore or more specifically aphthous ulcer can be prevented by avoiding a common foam detergent found in most toothpastes called sodium laurel sulfate.  Switching to biotene or other toothpaste not containing this ingredient can be the cure in preventing this painful condition. During an episode, 2000 mg of lysine in divided doses per day can decrease the symptoms and time involved to heal.

Question 6

besides orajel, how else can i take down the swelling & heal the sores caused by me stress chewing the insides of my mouth & bottom lip while i sleep?

Accepted Answer

?: You could try Kenalog in Orabase or Pyralvex mouth paint. But the definitive treatment would be to deal with the stress that causes you to chew your lip which might involve consulting a psychologist or psychiatrist

Question 7

how can canker sores or mouth ulcers be caused by stress?

Accepted Answer

Thru immune system: The exact interaction between stress and the cause of canker sores is not well known, but stress causes a reaction in the immune system.  There is a series of hormones and mediators released  when there is stress.  The immune system is weaker. Exactly how this causes canker sores is not understood but this relationship is accepted.

Question 8

i am experiencing  mouth sores and lip blister. i woke up with small little blisters under my lip and it has been tingling all day. i have been very stressed lately as well.

Accepted Answer

Cold sore: Likely to be cold sore due to viral illness (herpes)
You should consult your doctor to start you on medicine for it

Question 9

i've pus like sores at the corner and in my  nose. doc say its herpes brought on by stress this ocurr times before but could it be staph infection.

Accepted Answer

Probably right.: Your doctor is probably right -- those are the two principal possibilities. A couple of cultures (one bacterial and one viral) will answer the question and indicate the proper treatment.

Question 10

hi. ive got a huge itch on the side of my head and its internal. which meds do i get for such because i assume its stress?

Accepted Answer

Seek attention: and a medical exam. Doxepin and/or Benadryl will help with itching, Speak to your treating physician.

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I have sores in both corners of mouth that burn when tongue touches. i've been under stress. would that cause them?

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Have scalp sores for years, now have pain in left jaw , rash on both ankles, dr says it is stress . i feel like something is wrong dr will do nothing?

A member asked:

Can stress and smoking and also not eating and drinking cause mouth sores.

A member asked:

A friend has been sick. can fever or stress cause sores on the mouth that resemble cold sores? it doesn't hurt and can be covered up with makeup.

A member asked:

How do you treat canker sores in your mouth that keep popping up every now and then, coincidently when there is a lot of stress or anxiety?

A member asked:

Besides orajel, how else can i take down the swelling & heal the sores caused by me stress chewing the insides of my mouth & bottom lip while i sleep?

A member asked:

How can canker sores or mouth ulcers be caused by stress?

A member asked:

I am experiencing mouth sores and lip blister. i woke up with small little blisters under my lip and it has been tingling all day. i have been very stressed lately as well.

A member asked:

I've pus like sores at the corner and in my nose. doc say its herpes brought on by stress this ocurr times before but could it be staph infection.

A member asked:

Hi. ive got a huge itch on the side of my head and its internal. which meds do i get for such because i assume its stress?

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