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Causes for Mouth Ulcer Mouth ulcers or canker sores have a grey or yellow centre with a red border. It is not infectious and is of three to five millimetres in diameter. The maximum period of occurrence is around 10 days. Ointments, available over-the-counter act as an anaesthetic and numbs the area, providing relief from pain. Gargling with milk of magnesia is an effective remedy. Coping with stress is one of the easiest methods of alleviating canker sores.
Allergic reaction to food is also a culprit. Avoid foods at high temperature. Acidic and spicy foods are abstained from, as they increase the pain and inflammation. Take care while brushing your teeth, as you might injure the sore. Certain sores are associated and worsened with shell fish, tomatoes, nuts and chocolates. Smoking and drinking alcohol are better avoided, as they are chemical irritants of canker sores.
An extract of chamomile is helpful. Deficiency of B complex vitamins results in mouth ulcers. Supplementation of riboflavin and cobalamin is recommended. Usage of deglycyrrhizinated liquorice is helpful. Avoid sharp and dried foods, such as chips, French fries, dried bread, popcorn and corn chips.
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