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Mouth sores
My aunt is suffering from mouth sores.
Which specialised doctor I need to consultant for mouth sores.
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Hi mam...
Ulcer is break in the continuity of epithelium....
Causes of ulcer:
**stress and anxiety
**vit B 12 deficiency
**Irriation from sharp tooth cusps or dentures...
**Gastric disturance (GERD, Gastric ulcers)
**viral infections
**Genetic factors
Next Steps
Consult a dentist to rule out cause and management...
Health Tips
If the ulcer is due to gastric disturbances then consult with gastroenterologist...
Drink plenty of water
Avoid hot and spicy food
Apply Dologel in the area
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Hi....mouth sores or ulcers can be from either ill fitting dentures or sharp margins of crowns or sharp cusps of teeth....so first check if she has any of these problems...if yes then immediately visit a dentist...if no then use any topical anaesthetic combination gel like Mucopain gel or Dologel or Hexigel and see a general physician...
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along with advice her to have lots of vitamin C containing fruits and B complexes and lots of water....
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Firstly try and apply dologel ct or hexigel and try to intake more and more water and green vegetables. Avoid spicy food and if she finds he better then no need to consult else show her to gastro
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Dr. Priya Verma
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26 yrs exp
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Consult a dentist to rule out oral causes for ulcers and regular check up. If recurrent ulcers persist consult a physician as they could be related to gastric issues etc
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