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Gentian violet can be effective for treating canker sores due to its antifungal and antiseptic properties, which may help reduce pain and promote healing. However, it can also cause staining and may irritate sensitive tissues. It's important to consult with a healthcare professional before using gentian violet, especially for oral conditions, to ensure it's appropriate for your situation and to discuss potential side effects.
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What are the symptoms of canker sores?
There are a number of symptoms for canker sores. They include fever, a lack of energy, sores in your mouth or tongue, a tingling sensation and even swollen lymph nodes.
How contagious are canker sores?
Canker sores are not infectious.
What is the main symptom of a canker sore after it has erupted?
The main symptom is pain. Canker sores can be very painful, especially if they are touched repeatedly, e.g., by the tongue.
Can making out with a person who gets canker sores give you canker sores?
No. I have canker sores and have never kowingly given some one canker sores. Canker sores are not caused by the same thing that causes cold sores and as far as I know they are not contagious. But to be on the safe side avoid kissing this person until their canker sores go away.
How are canker sores diagnosed?
Canker sores are diagnosed by observation of the blister.
Is Gentian Violet Antiseptic good to use for canker sores under the tongue?
Yes that is what we used growing up. You just put one SMALL drop on the sore and it will clear up within a day or so. The liquid stains though so be very careful. Quickly wipe up any spills with a tissue. If it spreads (too much applied) wipe away the excess. After applying wait a couple of seconds for it to dry and then you can rinse your mouth with water. As long it got on and dried a bit, the medicine will do its job.
Does Ambien cause canker sores?
Ambien doesn't cause canker sores.
Can being allergic to nuts cause canker sores?
I get canker sores from nuts. No other reaction but the pesky sores.
What are the different types of mouth sores that can occur?
There are several types of mouth sores that can occur, including canker sores, cold sores, and oral thrush. Canker sores are small ulcers that appear inside the mouth, cold sores are caused by the herpes virus and appear on the lips, and oral thrush is a fungal infection that can develop on the tongue and inside the cheeks.
What is the prognosis for canker sores?
There is no cure for canker sores. They do not get larger or occur more frequently with age.
What impact does stress have on the occurrence of canker sores?
Canker sores tend to appear in response to stress.
When canker sores are big does that mean that they are going away?
No, when canker sores are going away the pain lessens.
