Symptoms
Small, painful, round sores inside the mouth, cheeks, or on the tongue, often worse while eating.
Cause
Minor injury (biting, sharp food), stress, vitamin B12/iron/folate deficiency, or hormonal changes.
Prevention
Avoid biting the inside of the cheek, manage stress, maintain good oral hygiene and balanced nutrition.
Treatment
Salt-water rinses, avoiding spicy/acidic food, topical gels for pain relief. Commonly used medicines: benzocaine gel, triamcinolone oral paste, B-complex supplements if deficiency-related.
See a doctor if
Ulcers last beyond 2 weeks, are unusually large, or recur very frequently.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Mouth Ulcers?
Small, painful, round sores inside the mouth, cheeks, or on the tongue, often worse while eating.
What causes Mouth Ulcers?
Minor injury (biting, sharp food), stress, vitamin B12/iron/folate deficiency, or hormonal changes.
How can Mouth Ulcers be prevented?
Avoid biting the inside of the cheek, manage stress, maintain good oral hygiene and balanced nutrition.
What is the treatment for Mouth Ulcers?
Salt-water rinses, avoiding spicy/acidic food, topical gels for pain relief. Commonly used medicines: benzocaine gel, triamcinolone oral paste, B-complex supplements if deficiency-related.
When should I see a doctor for Mouth Ulcers?
Ulcers last beyond 2 weeks, are unusually large, or recur very frequently.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10