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What should i do if i have canker sore not cold sore not herpes. my dentist prescribed me acyclovir?

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Dr. John Van der Werff answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Steroid: I would rx a steroid for a canker sore. Either a gel or if it is bad, an oral rx. The key is catching it early.

Dr Gallia and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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