Boca wounds may be a consequence of scoops, mouths in the mouth or consumption of very hot or cold foods. They can also be caused by infections by viruses or bacteria or being related to more serious diseases such as lupus or mouth cancer.
When the wound lasts more than a week or appears along with other symptoms, such as low fever, sore throat, inflamed ganglia or headache, it is important to consult the doctor or dentist to investigate the cause.
Treatment of the wound in the mouth depends on the cause, so that the use of anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, antivirals, corticosteroids or immunosuppressors may be recommended.
Main causes
The main causes of mouth wounds are:
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The cold sore is a small, rounded wound that can appear anywhere in the mouth, such as lip, tongue, cheek, palate or even throat, causing a lot of pain and difficulty eating and talking.
The emergence of cold sore may be related to bites, citrus food consumption, change in the pH of the mouth by poor digestion, lack of vitamins or drug allergy and even stress. Already in cases of recurring canker sores, although its cause is not fully explained, may be related to imbalances of the immune system.
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What to do: AFTA can heal without the need for drug use, however it is important to identify the factor responsible for its appearance. In some cases, especially when sore causes discomfort and pain, the use of anesthetic ointments such as benzocaine, topical corticosteroids such as triancinolone or fluocinide, or healing agents such as polychresulene, may be indicated.
In addition, it is important to improve food and go to the doctor to find the cause of decreased immune system activity and thus it can be possible to start proper treatment. Check out more details of the treatment for sore.
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Small mouth injuries can be formed in everyday life, and often your cause can go unnoticed.
Some examples are those formed by accidental bites, poorly adjusted prosthesis, orthodontic appliances or being a consequence of exaggerated brushing, for example.
What to do: This type of wound usually hesges in a few days, without having to do any treatment. However, in some cases, the dentist may recommend the use of ointment to facilitate and accelerate healing.
In case the injury occurs due to the use of the orthodontic apparatus, dental prosthesis or tooth brushing, it is important that the dentist be consulted to make adjustments to the device and/ or prosthesis, and guidance on how to improve brushing.
3. Very hot or cold foods
The wound in the mouth may also appear due to the consumption of very hot or cold foods, causing a thermal burn, which is more common in tongue or palate.
What to do: In this case, it is common for wounds to heal within a few days, and it is not necessary to perform specific treatment.
4. Dryness or sunburn
Cold climate, wind or excessive sun exposure can dry the skin and cause wounds, especially on the lips.
What to do: To combat this situation, it is recommended to pass lip protectors with emollient ingredients such as Vaseline, shea butter or Lanolina. In addition, in the case of prolonged sun exposure, it is important to use a lip protector with FPS.
It is also essential to maintain good hydration and avoid licking the lips, as saliva can worsen dryness and delay healing.
5. Herpes labial
Lip herpes is an infection caused by herpes simplex virus, which leads to the appearance of small wounds and bubbles in the mouth, especially on the lips, which are painful and may be accompanied by redness, itching and burning, and may disappear within 10 to 14 days.
What to do: In general, it is not necessary to treat wounds, as the immune system itself fights infection naturally, relieving symptoms in some days.
However, to avoid transmission to others and accelerate healing, the doctor may indicate the use of ointments with antiviral properties, for example. See more about herpes lip.
6. Queilite angular
Angular cheilitis, also called the copy, is the appearance of wounds in the corner of the mouth that can be caused by fungal infections or bacteria in the mouth.
Angular cheese can cause discomfort, pain to open the mouth and redness on site. Learn more about angular cheese.
What to do: Treatment for angular cheilitis should be guided by the doctor or dentist, which usually indicates the use of creams or ointments with antibiotic property and/ or anti-inflammatory to apply directly to the wound to combat the cause.
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Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that may have one of the symptoms the appearance of wounds in the mouth, especially when the transmission of the disease happened through oral sex.
Other symptoms that may appear in case of syphilis are injured in the genital region that does not scratch, hurt or cause discomfort, but may release a small transparent liquid.
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What to do: It is essential that the doctor is consulted to diagnose and the treatment begins, as it is possible to ensure the elimination of the bacteria and prevent the development of complications.
Syphilis wounds often disappear in a few days, but is not indicative that the disease has been fought. On the contrary, the bacteria continues in the body multiplying and can lead to the appearance of more serious symptoms over time.
Thus, it is important that treatment with antibiotics is done according to the doctor’s guidance. Understand how treatment for syphilis is done.
8. HIV infection
HIV virus infection may also have as one of the first symptoms the appearance of thrush and mouth wounds, which happens due to the impairment of the virus immune system.
In addition to the wounds in the mouth, the person may have headache, low fever, inflamed throat, joint pain, excessive tiredness and night sweat, for example. Check out other symptoms of HIV infection.
What to do: It is indicated that an HIV test be performed to confirm the infection and thus be able to start the most appropriate treatment, which is done with a set of antiviral medications to decrease the rate of virus multiplication and thus prevent the appearance of symptoms and decrease the risk of virus transmission.
9. Mole cancer
Soft cancer is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacteria that can lead to the appearance of lumps and bubbles in the genital region, as well as wounds in the mouth, lips and throat, if the transmission happened orally.
What to do: It is important that the general practitioner, infectologist, urologist or gynecologist is consulted to make an assessment, confirmed the diagnosis and begins the most appropriate treatment, which usually involves the use of antibiotics. Understand how soft cancer treatment is done.
10. Herpangina
Herpangina is a virus -caused infection, more common in children between 3 and 10 years old, and which may have as symptoms the appearance of small wounds inside the mouth, tongue and tonsils, for example, and there can also be fever, sore throat, and neck ace. Learn to recognize the symptoms of Herpangina.
What to do: It is recommended to bring the child to the pediatrician to make a general assessment of symptoms and thus the best treatment is indicated, which aims to promote the relief of symptoms, and the use of anti-inflammatory and antipyretic drugs may be recommended.
11. Systemic lupus erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus (LES) is an autoimmune disease that may have as one of the symptoms the appearance of painful wounds in the corner of the mouth.
In addition, other symptoms are pain or swelling in the joints, the appearance of red spots on the skin, excessive tiredness, greater sensitivity to light and hair loss, for example. Check out other lupus symptoms.
What to do: It is important for the rheumatologist to be consulted to start treatment with the purpose of preventing the onset of symptoms and promoting quality of life.
For this, the doctor may indicate the use of anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroids or immunosuppressants. See in more detail how lupus treatment is done.
12. Crohn’s disease
Crohn’s disease is a type of chronic intestinal inflammatory disease that can cause lip and mouth injury.
This condition can cause superficial ulcers, such as irregular -looking pink and pink papules. In addition, intestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and mucus and/ or blood in the stool can also be noticed.
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What to do: Crohn disease treatment includes the use of anti-inflammatory drugs, immunosuppressants or biological drugs depending on the severity of the condition. It may also be necessary to use antibiotics in case there are infections.
Food should be adapted to avoid foods that make the symptoms worse and may be indicated in some cases the use of nutritional supplements. It is also essential to avoid cigarette, decrease stress and perform treatment as directed by the doctor to relieve symptoms and prevent complications.
In cases where drug use is not sufficient or complications arise, surgery may be required. See more details of Crohn’s disease treatment.
13. Boca Cancer
Mouth cancer is a type of tumor that can develop in the tongue, cheek, gum, lips or oropharyngeal region that can initially be perceived by the appearance of wounds or litts in the mouth that take time to heal.
Other symptoms that may be present in the case of mouth cancer are red or white spots on gum, lips or throat, sore throat, non -disappearing lumps and bad breath, for example.
What to do: In the presence of signs and symptoms indicative of mouth cancer, it is important that the dentist or dermatologist is consulted, as it is possible to analyze the symptoms and indicate the tests that confirm the diagnosis.
If mouth cancer is confirmed, treatment should be started shortly thereafter, and surgery, target therapy, immunotherapy, chemical or radiotherapy may be performed, depending on the characteristics and location of the tumor. See more about mouth cancer.
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