How to Treat Canker Sore
There are several methods for how to treat canker sore. Most of the time these painful, frustrating sores can be treated at home and a doctor's interference usually isn't needed. Since canker sores aren't caused by any bacteria or virus that we know of, the prescribed medications offered by doctors aren't especially helpful. That said there are certain occasions when you should see a doctor to rule out any other problems and to get medication in extreme cases.
- Sores are excessively large
- Last longer than 2 weeks
- Prohibit eating or drinking
The typical canker sore is 10 mm in diameter. If you experience sores that are larger than that or protrude from the skin excessively, it may be necessary to see your doctor for help. Another important piece of information to provide the doctor is how many times a year you are affected by canker sores and if you have a fever or are sick when they appear.
When you know how to treat canker sore, the normal ones don't stay around longer than 2 weeks. If yours are particularly stubborn and seem to think they belong permanently in your mouth, a doctor's visit is just what you need. The sores not healing could be a sign of a bigger problem. At the very least, you will have the peace of mind of knowing that the situation is in good hands.
It is obviously a problem if your canker sores stop you from taking proper care of yourself. That includes being able to eat and drink. For some reason our bodies think we need to actually eat and drink. Seriously if the sores are so large and so painful that you can't eat, it is definitely time to see the doctor.
While your doctor can't kill whatever causes canker sores since he or she doesn't know what that is anymore than the rest of us, a doctor can prescribe medications that will help with the severe symptoms. Most often the medication they use is an anti inflammatory. For obvious reasons, the goal is get the sores to at least reduce in size and allow for some normal function while they heal.
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