Whats the deal with mouth sores?
When you get a sore inside your mouth…what is it? Well it could be one of a few things: Canker sores- Canker sores are small, white areas of swelling or soreness surrounded by redness. They are not contagious. The cause of canker sores is uncertain, but some research suggests that immune system deficiencies, bacteria, or viruses might be the culprits. Canker sores usually heal within one week. While there is no cure, over the counter topical ointments or gels can provide temporary pain relief. You could also ask your dentist if he has “bacteriol” which helps heal canker sores. Cold sores- People often confuse canker sores with cold sores (also called fever blisters). Cold sores are groups of painful blisters filled with fluid that appear around the lips and under the nose. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus and usually infects a person in childhood. Cold sores are extremely contagious. They last 7 to10 days. Valtrex helps diminish the duration of the sores. You’ll need a prescr
