Castaic, CA
A 22-year-old male asked:

Can someone get a canker sore on the top of their mouth? and can alcohol cause canker sores? i did a bit of heavy drinking over the july 4th weekend

1 doctor answer1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Paul Grin
Pain Management 38 years experience
Canker sore: Canker sores are the most common oral lesions. Individual ulcers typically last 1-2 weeks. The condition is idiopathic (cause is not known) recurrent aphthous ulcers is usually self-limiting. If concerned see your dentist after 10 days.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Last updated Oct 4, 2016

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.