Soft tissue injuries are damage caused to the muscles, ligaments, and tendons present in the body. It is caused due to sprain, strain, contusion, or overuse of a particular part of the body. Taking rest, applying ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) method is the effective way to treat acute soft tissue injuries such as bruises and sprains. Injections, splinting, and physical therapy are helpful in severe cases.
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Do white patches in the mouth indicate fungal infection?
Query: Hello doctor, I have developed a few white patches in my mouth for few days. The image is attached herewith. Is it just a fungal infection or something else? What medicine do you suggest? There is no pain or bleeding. It is not increasing in size. I never had anything like this previously. I never s... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please let me know following things. Exactly for how long has this lesion been there? Is this kind of lesion present in any other site in the mouth? Is there a sharp tooth near the lesion? Is there any history of toothbrush trauma? Also, please send a clear image of th... Read Full »