Question 1

what can i do about my painful mouth sores?

Accepted Answer

Use Canker Cover: Painful mouth sores are usually canker sores (aphthous ulcer) which are found on the inside of your cheek, under your tongue, the tip of your tongue, or the roof of your month. They will usually go away in 7 - 10 days.
There are many natural remedies, but i like canker cover by quantum health, which is a patch that will cover the sore.

 If you have a lot of sores you should see your dentist.

Question 2

painful mouth sores every 2-3 months.  please help?

Accepted Answer

Prevention and rest: Studies have shown that the 2 most common reasons for adults to get recurrent upper respiratory tract illnesses including aphthous ulcers in your mouth) are: 1- improper sleep. 2- touching our face a lot! 
stress is definitely a big culprit. 
Not many medications are effective. Prevention is the best treatment. Try to sleep plenty, be hydrated and relaxed. If they keep recurring stop by your pmd.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: painful mouth sores?

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Cold and Canker: "Although cold sores and canker sores are often confused with each other, they are not the same. Cold sores, also called fever blisters or herpes simplex type 1, are groups of painful, fluid-filled blisters. Unlike canker sores, cold sores are caused by a virus and are extremely contagious."

For more info, go here:

http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/canker-sores#1

Question 4

how long does painful mouth sores associated with herpangina last?

Accepted Answer

10 days: May be a week it would be contagious while there are active lesions. The disease usually resolves in about a week. See this site for more information. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0001964/ hene laser treatment will increase the rate of healing and reduce pain.

Question 5

i get these painful mouth sores that hurt when food rubs against them.  what could be causing them?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: There are many causes so have a doctor r check you out...

Question 6

i have painful mouth sores on my tongue and inside cheeks. sometimes have a small white/yellow bubble and are always red. low iron and b12.

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: If you want to know what is the cause of your sores and what treatment is available to you, you will have to see  a dentist.  We can't diagnose and treat you over the internet.

Question 7

how long does painful mouth sores associated with hand foot mouth last?

Accepted Answer

About 10-14 days: Hand, foot and mouth disease is caused by the coxsackie virus, in the family of enteroviruses. Symptomatic treatment is indicated  with tylenol (acetaminophen) and warm saline rinses.

Question 8

painful ear ache, head congestion along with painful mouth sores ?

Accepted Answer

Ear infection: May be an ear infection or serous otitis from eustachian tube obstruction. Herpangina, coxackie virus, may be the agent.

Question 9

husband had a cold now has painful white mouth sores what is this and what can be done?

Accepted Answer

Needs to be seen: It could be a number of things. What they actually are would determine what treatment, if any, is needed. If he feels generally better, have him see his dentist for advice.  If he is still not getting better, have him see his physician.

Question 10

how can i prevent painful mouth canker sores?

Accepted Answer

Can't: There's no way to prevent them, but you can help mitigate the discomfort by applying some topical medications that you can by at the drug store.

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