Whenever I get canker sores... I can prevent them by eating 'this'

Whenever I get canker sores... I can prevent them by eating 'this'

Sudden tongue ulcers are a sign of stress.

Tongue ulcers are small sores that develop on the surface of the tongue or oral cavity and are related to the sense of taste.

It refers to the symptom of the tongue papillae swelling and turning red.

Although small in size, it often causes concern due to sharp, stabbing pain when eating or brushing teeth.

Find out how to prevent it.

◇Reduced saliva secretion caused by stress

Tongue ulcers are usually caused by overwork or stress.

Due to stress, blood circulation is not functioning properly, and blood supply to the salivary glands is cut off.

As saliva secretion decreases, mouth ulcers occur.

The injection contains antibiotics such as lysozyme, lactoferrin, and peroxidase.

It protects the body from external substances such as bacteria.

At this time, decreased saliva secretion increases vulnerability to infection, raising the risk of developing mouth ulcers.

In addition, a deficiency in vitamins A and C or biting the tongue and oral surfaces incorrectly can also cause canker sores to develop.

Rinsing your mouth with mouthwash prevents worsening of inflammation

When a canker sore appears, take sufficient rest,

You need to properly manage your nutritional status to restore your immune strength.

Rinsing your mouth with an antimicrobial mouthwash can also be helpful.

It can suppress bacterial growth in the mouth and prevent the worsening of inflammation.

Additionally, spicy foods and smoking can irritate the mouth and worsen symptoms, so they should be avoided.

Tongue ulcers usually improve within about a week without any special treatment.

In cases of severe pain, it is advisable to receive a steroid prescription from the hospital or take over-the-counter medication for stomatitis.

Prevention through sufficient sleep and fruit and vegetable intake

If you frequently develop canker sores, it is good to get enough sleep as well as consume fruits and vegetables.

We recommend vitamin-rich ▲bell peppers ▲bananas ▲tomatoes, etc.

Spicy foods that can cause mouth ulcers due to injury

Be cautious with hot and hard foods.

Regular mouth exercises that help promote saliva production can also be beneficial.

With your mouth closed, press your tongue against your gums and rotate three times in one direction, then three times in the opposite direction.

Gently massage the salivary gland located below the jawbone in a circular motion at a slow pace. It should be done about four times a day.

Meanwhile, when a tongue ulcer or small mouth sore persists for more than three weeks

Since there is a possibility of oral cancer, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngologist for an examination.

[Source: Health Chosun]

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