Question 1

i believe i have an aphthous ulcer in my vagina but i'm not sure?

Accepted Answer

Get checked : Aphthous ulcers do not occur in the vagina. The most common cause of an ulcer is herpes, so you need to have this tested.

Question 2

how to cure an aphthous ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Aphthous ulcers: There is no quick cure but using a combination of liquid mylanta and liquid Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and applying a small amount of the combination on the ulcer multiple times a day will cut down on the pain and may help heal it a little quicker.

Question 3

what can i do for an aphthous ulcer on my soft palate?

Accepted Answer

Maintain oral hygien: Maintain good oral hygiene. Warm saline rinses may be beneficial. Your pharmacy may also have over the counter remedies. All ulcers should be checked by a professional if they remain after 7-10 days to rule out any serious conditions.

Question 4

aphthous ulcer on my soft palate, not gone for 6 days?  why is it taking so long?

Accepted Answer

Aphthous ulcers: Aphthous stomatitis involving the common canker sore can occur in up to 15% of americans, and may involve some bacteria like staph epidermidis. However, similar-appearing aphthous ulcers can be seen with herpes, crohn's disease, and other systemic disorders, if you have multiple aphthous ulcers or frequently recurring ones please have the lesions checked out.

Question 5

any household products or otc medicines that can cure aphthous ulcer (oral ulcer) effectively and quickly?

Accepted Answer

Aphthous ulcer: There is no cure for aphthous ulcers (canker sores, but a product called kanka can give some relief from the discomfort.

Question 6

what is aphthous ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Canker sore.: An aphthous ulcer is also known as a canker sore, often a painful circular lesion inside the mouth. It does not have one specific cause, but it can be brought on by many triggers such as stress, infection, vitamin deficiencies, or immune system abnormalities. Other than being painful, they are harmless and can be treated with topical oral agents.

Question 7

how do i know if i have had an aphthous ulcer on my clitoris?

Accepted Answer

Be checked: Ulcers in the genital area need to be properly evaluated, could be as benign as little trauma to siphilis or even cancer. Please go see your doctor.

Question 8

aphthous ulcer in throat what medicine?

Accepted Answer

Warm salt water: If you have been diagnosed with an aphthous ulcer a good home remedy is warm salt water. An aphthous ulcer should go away by itself in 2 weeks.  Avoid spicy foods. Ulcers are bacterial, usually from trauma. If you have acid reflux and get frequent ulcers i would suggest an ENT and a gastroenterologist.

Question 9

recurring canker sores (aphthous ulcer), all systems of medicine tried, but nothing works. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Depends on cause: Aphthous stomatitis involving the common canker sore can occur in up to 15% of americans, and may involve some bacteria like staph epidermidis. However, similar-appearing aphthous ulcers can be seen with herpes, crohn's disease, and other systemic disorders, if you have multiple aphthous ulcers or frequently recurring ones please have the lesions checked out.

Question 10

can i use a silver nitrate stick to burn off an aphthous ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Resolves on its own: Most apthous ulcers resolve on their own. As annoying as they are, it's always best if a problem can be solved by your own body.

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Aphthous ulcer on my soft palate, not gone for 6 days? why is it taking so long?

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Any household products or otc medicines that can cure aphthous ulcer (oral ulcer) effectively and quickly?

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What is aphthous ulcer?

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How do i know if i have had an aphthous ulcer on my clitoris?

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Aphthous ulcer in throat what medicine?

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Recurring canker sores (aphthous ulcer), all systems of medicine tried, but nothing works. any ideas?

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Can i use a silver nitrate stick to burn off an aphthous ulcer?

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