What are the causes of Tongue Ulcers?

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Tongue Ulcer

It is common to have ulcers in the mouth but they can also develop on the base of the gums or the cheeks. A person has more difficulty when these ulcers form on or under the tongue. If your tongue turns green due to ulcers, it is common. But if the tongue is pink, red, or starts bleeding, then you must consult a doctor. Tongue ulcers cause difficulty in eating and drinking. You might have many questions in your mind regarding ulcers on the tongue. So, today we will get detailed information about Tongue Ulcers. 

• What are the Causes of Tongue Ulcers? 
• What are the Symptoms of Tongue Ulcers? 
• What is the Treatment for Tongue Ulcers? 

What are the Causes of Tongue Ulcers? 

There are many reasons for tongue ulcers. 

• Ulcers may occur due to any tongue injury. 
• Ulcers occur due to not cleaning the tongue. 
• Tongue ulcers may occur due to any infection on the tongue. 
• Lack of sleep, mental stress, hormonal imbalance, ulcers on the tongue during menstruation are common. 
• Sometimes, cleaning the teeth with the tongue can cause damage to the tongue which results in tongue ulcers. 
• Ulcers may appear on the tongue due to weak immunity or allergy to any food item. 
• Drinking hot tea or coffee can cause a sore tongue. 
• Lack of vitamins and nutritional elements in the body leads to tongue ulcers. 
• Alcohol, tobacco, smoking, etc. can cause ulcers on the tongue. 
• Oral cancer such as oral thrush, herpes simplex, etc. causes blisters on the tongue. 

What are the Symptoms of Tongue Ulcers? 

• Sores on the tongue can cause various symptoms. Pain, swelling, irritation are the main symptoms. Besides these, there are some other symptoms also. 
• Difficulty in swallowing. 
• Sore throat.
• Bleeding from the tongue. 
• Ulcers in other parts of the mouth. 
• Symptoms such as weakness, fever, swelling of lymph nodes, etc. may also appear in some people.

What is the Treatment for Tongue Ulcers? 

• Tongue ulcers usually heal on their own in 2 weeks. But some serious cases require treatment. 
• To treat tongue ulcers, the doctor prescribes some probiotics. 
• The doctor may ask to take some precautions to prevent tongue ulcers.
• Always keep your mouth clean. 
• Avoid consuming spicy and sour food until the ulcers heal. 
• Use medicine to wash your mouth. 
• Drink plenty of liquids. 
• Use anti-fungal medicines to treat canker sores. 
• Apply antiseptic gel on the sores. 
• Take medicines to get relief from pain. But only after the doctor’s advice. 
• Use steroid gels or tablets. 

If you want to get more information about tongue ulcers or its treatment, then consult a General Physician.

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