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Tongue Ulceration
Got a sudden tongue ulcer 2 weeks ago. Probably in healing process. Attaching all initial and current pics of the ulcer. Applying Kenacort 0.1%. Kindly guide.
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You can also apply honey on the affected area. It helps healing
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From the pictures, the ulcer appears to be in the healing phase.
Sudden tongue ulcers are commonly caused by minor trauma (bite), stress, spicy food, or acidity.
Since it has been present for around 2 weeks and is reducing in size, healing is likely ongoing.
Kenacort 0.1% is appropriate,apply a thin layer 2–3 times daily, preferably after meals, and avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes after application.
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Advice:
Avoid spicy, hot, and acidic foods
Maintain good oral hygiene
Do not keep touching or irritating the area
Adequate hydration and stress control help healing
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If the ulcer does not completely heal within another 7–10 days
If it increases in size, becomes very painful, or bleeds
Then an in-person dental/oral medicine examination is advised
At present, there are no obvious alarming features from the images.
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Dr. Sharwari Pawale
Dental Surgeon
5 yrs exp
Pune
Hello
Can be also due to sharp tooth edges. You can get the tooth edges smoothened if sharo
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