Oral ulcers, otherwise called mouth ulcers or canker sores, are small and painful lesions that can develop in the gums, roof of the mouth, or inside of the cheeks. They are not contagious and are commonly seen in women, teenagers, and individuals with a family history of ulcers. Oral injury, stress, hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiencies, braces, and food sensitivities can all trigger oral ulcers.
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I have several mouth ulcers near my lower wisdom tooth. Help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have several mouth ulcers near my lower wisdom tooth. Please suggest me a remedy. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. I can understand your concern regarding mouth ulcers. However, can you please send some pictures of the same to give a better and accurate diagnosis and remedy? Read Full »
Is drinking nail polish remover dangerous?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a question about the side effects of ingesting a small amount of nail polish remover. Here is the scenario. My girlfriend used the nail polish remover on her hands to take off her polish. Immediately after that, we were making out. So, I kind of sucked her fingers and nails. I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This amount of ingestion of nail polish removal followed by rinsing is not going to cause any ill effects to you except, a change in taste for a few days and oral ulcerations maximum. I do not find any reason to worry. If you have any further queries please ask me. For... Read Full »
I have an ulcer on my tongue. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, The ulcer on my tongue hurts a lot while I eat and talk, especially when my tongue touches my teeth. I am seeking an overnight solution for this, ideally just to get relief for tomorrow. I have a school presentation scheduled for tomorrow, and without being able to talk, I will not be... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am sorry to inform you that there is no overnight solution for a mouth ulcer. Mouth ulcers typically heal on their own within one to two weeks. In the meantime, here are some tips to help manage the pain: Avoid spicy, acidic, or salty f... Read Full »
I have cuts in my gums. Is it caused by tooth cleaning?
Query: Hello doctor, I went to the dentist for a teeth-cleaning on Wednesday. On Thursday, I noticed that the floor of my mouth on the bottom right side felt sore. When I looked with a light, I noticed a couple of cuts that were kind of like paper cuts. They bleed when I brush. The pain can be managed som... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You mentioned about the bleeding of the gums after scaling. Usually, you can see bleeding gums and cut-like appearance near the border of the gingiva due to one of the following reasons. Heavy calculus deposits masks the inflamed gingiva Mild trauma may occur during... Read Full »
Why does my palate have a dent after recovering from a blister?
Query: Hello doctor, I was eating a hot curry last week when the top of my mouth blistered over as if I had burnt the hard palate, which I thought was unusual as I felt the heat on my tongue first but did not. The blister has gone but left a small dent in my hard palate which I am concerned about as it is... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, this is common. You do not need to worry. The mucosa of palate is very sensitive as compared to the tongue. So it gets affected easily. You just put an Oral gel Clinica (Chlorhexidine with Metronidazole) gel on the spot for three days and three times a day. Then gi... Read Full »
I have a dry, rough spot inside my cheek. What could it be?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 31-year-old male. For about three weeks, I have felt a dry spot inside of my cheek. It has a metallic taste. When I run my finger over it, it feels a little rough, and there are some skin peeling and bleeding. It looks like I can see a tiny little zit. It does not hurt. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and can see two areas of redness that is probably inflammation and a white line that is linea alba and is harmless. There is nothing else significant seen in the pictures. However, I can see th... Read Full »
What are the best ways to quit smoking?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 40-year-old male. I am interested in quitting smoking and need guidance on the best methods and strategies for smoking cessation. Can you provide information on the health risks associated with smoking, the benefits of quitting, and different approaches to quitting smoking, such ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Regarding your questions on methods and strategies for smoking cessation, they include: gradually reducing the smoking rate, using nicotine replacement therapy, chewing gum, and using herbal and dietary supplements. The risks associated with smoking include cerebral stro... Read Full »
I am experiencing recurrent blood clots in my mouth. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I just delivered a baby five months ago. Since two months, I have this recurrent blood clot in my mouth (photo attached). Whenever I wake up, I feel it, and it comes up as a huge blood clot. Initially, it is not painful but is at the same site each time. And later, it turns into an ulcer ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The bruise on your lower lip looks like bleeding from an ulcer (attachment removed to protect patient identity). As you have mentioned that it is recurrent in the last two months, I suspect it to be the normal oral ulcers. Please do not attempt to pierce it. Keep observ... Read Full »
Why does my 1-month-old baby have a mouth ulcer on the tongue?
Query: Hi doctor, My 1-month-old baby has a mouth ulcer on the tongue. The baby cries while feeding, and sometimes there is light milky urine at the end of urination. The current medication includes Vitamin D3 and Gudcef drops given four days ago. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern. Based on your description, there may be a fungal infection. I suggest applying Candid mouth cream. You can always come back and reach me at icliniq.com. Thank you for consulting me. Read Full »
I have a red circle in my mouth that is not painful. What can this be?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a red circle on the inside of my mouth that is not painful, but I have had it for about two weeks. I have a history of reoccurring mouth ulcers and cold sores due to my habit of picking and biting at my lips and cheek due to my anxiety. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. However, after reading your case history, I am sure that your oral ulcers occur due to stress. Usually, it happens among females who also have so many other issues due to hormonal and menstrual changes. Therefore, you will have to work on yo... Read Full »
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