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I have a canker sore on the bottom of my tongue, not sure what caused it. is there any treatment or home remedies that can subdue the pain or help speed up the recovery process?

Q: i have a canker sore on the bottom of my tongue, not sure what caused it. is there any treatment or home remedies that can subdue the pain or help speed up the recovery process?

: You may have an aphthous ulcer. Laser treatment can speed healing, otherwise NSAIDs, and stay away from spicy, salty or acidic foods. Ten to fourteen days to resolve.

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You may have an aphthous ulcer. Laser treatment can speed healing, otherwise NSAIDs, and stay away from spicy, salty or acidic foods. Ten to fourteen days to resolve.

Answered 1/18/2023

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A member asked:

I have a canker sore on the bottom of my tongue, not sure what caused it. is there any treatment or home remedies that can subdue the pain or help speed up the recovery process?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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