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Had a canker for over 2 weeks. doesn't seem to be healing. and hurts! should i be concerned? i'm taking antibiotics, if that has any relevance.
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: Canker sores last about two weeks to heal. If your has not and remains pretty much the same size please have your dentist look at. Also antibiotivs do not have any effect on them since their origen is viral.Please have it look.
Answered 1/2/2015
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Probably not that: Canker sores (aphthous ulcers) usually resolve in 10 to 14 days. You probably don't have a canker sore. Antibiotics will neither help nor worsen canker sores. I suggest that you start by seeing your dentist in order to determine exactly what you have . Once that is known, proper treatment, if necessary, can be instituted. You may also be referred to a physician, oral surgeon or oral medicine dr.
Answered 12/10/2013
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