Question 1

i have 4 canker sores running a fever and a stuffy nose and sore throat but could not get into the doctor any advice ?

Accepted Answer

Seasonal flu: is very common viral infection. Usually the condition resolves on its own with home care. Drink water and get a good rest. NSAIDs (e.g. Aleve, Advil) or Tylenol (acetaminophen) are also recommended every 6 hours. If concerned, see your PCP for examination.

Question 2

i have multiple canker sores in my mouth some on my front gum have left scars those are feeling better but i also have one on my uvula and on one of my tonsils i also have a sore throat and draining nose as well as inflamed tonsils?

Accepted Answer

: It's obvious that you're dealing with more than canker sores in view of the apparent tonsillitis. This requires a rapid throat culture to check for strep which,if present,requires oral antibiotics. It may all be a viral infection,though. I doubt infectious mononucleosis at this time.  See your physician and get tested. Treatment advice will also be given to relieve mouth sores and nasal congestion

Question 3

i've been diagnosed with post nasal drip & lately i've had canker sores. can the 2 be related and can you get sores in your throat?

Accepted Answer

Sores: Post nasal drip and canker sores are typically not related. However if you feel that you have sores in your throat, you need an evaluation.

Question 4

how can i tell the difference between oral herpes and canker sores?

Accepted Answer

Location and appeara: Herpetic lesions occur on the lip borders. And are usually solitary lesionsprimary herpes can occur in multiple oral locations and this one time event can be associated w/ fever, malaise, and mouth pain. Herpetic lesions start out like a pimple which then bursts and becomes crater like, with a slimy exudate, canker sores are on oral mucosa, are red w a white ring, and don't have the exudate.

Question 5

what causes constant canker sores inside my mouth? could it be an internal problem or just something i am eating or using? thanks!

Accepted Answer

Its a virus: The most common form of recurring ulcerations in the mouth are called apthous ulcers. They are caused by a virus similar to the herpes simplex 1 virus. Once you have contracted this virus it is with you for life. Eruptions of oral ulcers are commonly related to a fatigued immune system. For example, being overly tired, stresses or sick , will make you more prone to outbreaks.

Question 6

i chewed tobacco for around 1 year. i get canker sores on my cheeks that take a few weeks to heal. could they be oral cancer? i have no other symptoms

Accepted Answer

Not cancer: If they are painful white ulcers that heal in a short time, they aren't cancer. You're not at much increased risk from this short time chewing and I am glad that you were able to stop this habit which in the long run is unhealthy. If you have other symptoms to suggest Behcet's or lupus or your neutrophil count (on your routine CBC), these slow-healing sores may be a warning.

Question 7

could oral sex cause canker sores?

Accepted Answer

Depends: A true canker sore is an auto-immune condition that is not contagious. It can occur as a result of different types of stress. However, a herpetic ulcer can be mistaken to be a canker sore. Herpetic ulcers are contagious and can be transmitted by oral sex.

Question 8

mouth/oral problems question. what can i do to prevent recurrent canker sores?

Accepted Answer

Some ways: The exact cause of canker sores is unknown. Reduce stress in ur life, make sure u don't have an ill-fitting denture, and make sure u have a balanced diet without deficiency of some essential vitamins, such as vit b, folic acid, or iron, will help. When it is really bad and frequent, u need to see ur doctor. Certain diseases, such as autoimmune diseases need to be ruled out.

Question 9

i was prescribed cipro 4 weeks ago for a uti. within days i started developing oral canker sores and now have roughly 20. are these things related?

Accepted Answer

Virus? Herpes?: Probably not canker sores. Ciprofloxacin doesn't cause this side effect, or at most very rarely; and certainly not 4 weeks later. Also unrelated to your UTI. This sounds like initial herpes, or some other virus; or perhaps an allergic reaction to something else. See a doctor ASAP, the sooner the better for most accurate diagnosis -- and, if herpes, effective Rx must be started promptly. Good luck!

Question 10

can zicam oral spray cause canker sores and gum irritation?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: It is unlikely the canker sores to be caused by Zicam oral spray as Zicam is used by some for treatment of canker sores

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I have 4 canker sores running a fever and a stuffy nose and sore throat but could not get into the doctor any advice ?

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I have multiple canker sores in my mouth some on my front gum have left scars those are feeling better but i also have one on my uvula and on one of my tonsils i also have a sore throat and draining nose as well as inflamed tonsils?

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I've been diagnosed with post nasal drip & lately i've had canker sores. can the 2 be related and can you get sores in your throat?

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How can i tell the difference between oral herpes and canker sores?

A member asked:

What causes constant canker sores inside my mouth? could it be an internal problem or just something i am eating or using? thanks!

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I chewed tobacco for around 1 year. i get canker sores on my cheeks that take a few weeks to heal. could they be oral cancer? i have no other symptoms

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Could oral sex cause canker sores?

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Mouth/oral problems question. what can i do to prevent recurrent canker sores?

A member asked:

I was prescribed cipro 4 weeks ago for a uti. within days i started developing oral canker sores and now have roughly 20. are these things related?

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Can zicam oral spray cause canker sores and gum irritation?

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