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I get canker sores all the time and they stay for really long periods of time, how can i make it less painful?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See Dr.: ? On mouth area?...These are commonly caused by the hsv-1 (virus). See a dr. For an exam and testing for the hsv-1 titer. There are some anti-viral meds that can help. Good luck.

Answered 3/23/2013

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Laser therapy: Some dentists use laser therapy to speed up healng of canker sores. A home remedy is mixing Benadryl (diphenhydramine) with pepto bysmol ( 50/50) and swishing to reduce the pain and coat the sores.

Answered 6/24/2014

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