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Painful red sores
Very painful red sores on the root of mouth. Maybe cold sore (herpes simplex) outbreak? Not sure. I have had cold sores in the past but these look somewhat different, (not sexually active)
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Common causes of mouth roof sore are folate and vitamin B12 deficiency, smoking, tobacco abuse, low immunity, viral/bacterial infections (such as Oral herpes, sinus infection ), stress and hormonal changes.
Pain from a these sores generally lessens in a few days, and the sores usually heal without treatment in about a week or two. It can be treated with dental lasers which exhibit almost complete relief of the symptoms immediately.
Next Steps
Talk to your dentist about the procedure
Health Tips
Avoid foods that irritate your mouth, including citrus fruits, acidic vegetables, and spicy foods.
Avoid irritation from gum chewing
Brushing with a soft-bristled brush after meals and flossing daily, which will keep your mouth free of foods that might trigger a sore.
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