Question 1

what's the best medication against canker sore? and does b-vitamins have a role on canker sore apperaing?

Accepted Answer

Canker sores: there is not medication that will cure canker sores.  Many times they are related to stress or trauma.  Some people are sensitive to SLS, an ingredient in many toothpastes, so look at the labels.  Sometimes vitamin B supplements can help reduce the frequency.  Try to reduce your stress levels.

Question 2

will mesalamine (or other crohn's treatment medications) help with the chronic canker sore symptom of crohns?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: If your aphthous ulcers are associated with a uc flare then Mesalamine may help by reducing disease activity. Otherwise they should be managed symptomatic ally with Lidocaine or occasional topical steroids. Discuss with your gi.

Question 3

does antibiotic drugs heal canker sore sooner?

Accepted Answer

No: Cancer sores are viral in nature, and antibiotics to not work to kill viral infections. Do not bother to self medicate.

Question 4

what is the differences between apthasol and other canker sore drugs.

Accepted Answer

It's amazing: Many of my chronic aphthous ulcer patients swear by its effectiveness. The pharmacology is not well known but as you know those little buggers can be seriously painful. Other medicines typically help via other mechanisms such as steroids, coating, anti-inflammatory, numbing. The only bad part about Aphthasol (amlexanox) is that it's hard to find. A more natural daily choice is l-lysine, vit k and b12.

Question 5

what will help canker sore on gums?

Accepted Answer

B vitamins: Swish and spit with peroxide and mouthwash will help. (may sting a bit). Homeopathic rhus toxicodendron will help. Recurrent canker sores will improve with a vitamin b complex as well.

Question 6

can you get canker sore on top gums?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, you can get canker sores on the gums, cheeks, the soft palate (the back upper portion of your mouth) and very commonly on the tongue. They tend to be round, white or gray in color, and have a red edge or border around them. Citrus fruits and acidic fruits and vegetables can exacerbate or trigger them, as can dental trauma or even braces. They generally heal within a week or two.

Question 7

is it possible to have canker sore on tonsil?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, very painful. Get treatment tips here: http://healthbooklet.hubpages.com/hub/All-You-Need-to-Know-About-Canker-Sore-on-Tonsil-Tissues

Question 8

how do i treat canker sore on lingual frenulum?

Accepted Answer

Tincture of Time: It will be gone in a few days. If it lasts more than 14 days from onset, see your Dentist immediately. OTC topicals may make it feel better temporarily. Ask your Pharmacist for advice. Some patients have been successfully treated with lasers, talk to your Dentist about this.

Question 9

can you get a painless canker sore on your gums?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: Canker sores (also called aphtus ulcers) normally grow on movable mucosa of the mouth.. Meaning  the thin movable areas of the mouth which connects the lips to the attached gums (around the gum-tooth line).. If a lesion appears on the  facial side of the attached  gums ... It can be different things and less likely a canker sore. Please see your dentist, ; he might wanna refer you to a specialist.

Question 10

i've had a canker sore on my tonsil for two months. help?

Accepted Answer

Are you sure?: Are you sure it is a canker sore?  Canker sores are painful ulcers.  If it isn't painful, it may be a tonsil stone or a growth.  Tonsil stones cause bad breath.  Has it gotten bigger, or does it swell and then shrink?  If it is a canker sore, rinsing with hydrogen peroxide + water, or getting gly-oxide and using that twice daily should help.  See a dentist or md if it changes in any way.

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What is the differences between apthasol and other canker sore drugs.

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What will help canker sore on gums?

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Can you get canker sore on top gums?

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