Over-the-counter gels provide temporary pain relief for both minor and moderate cankers. They feature an anesthetic called ...

A foaming agent called sodium lauryl sulfate is a common ingredient that can disrupt the cheek’s protective barrier in people susceptible to mouth ulcers, some research shows. “It might cause ...

If you get six or more cold sores per year, your doctor may recommend something called suppressive antiviral therapy, which ...

Glasgow man Gareth Thomson, 48, went to the GP after a small ulcer-like growth in his mouth began growing and started ...

Gareth Thomson, 48, first noticed a small red mark on his tongue similar to a common mouth ulcer about two years ago.

A woman who had dismissed a ‘harmless mouth ulcer’ ended up receiving a shock cancer diagnosis. Helen Keough had noticed the ...

Mouth ulcers are a common problem, which people often do not take seriously. This problem can happen to anyone at any age. Ulcers usually occur inside the mouth, on the tongue, or on the inner ...

Chemo mouth is a common side effect of undergoing chemotherapy. Dr. Rajiv Saini of Texas discusses the symptoms, risks and best treatments for the harmful condition.

Ed Chamberlin initially says he would take painkillers to get through television shows, after finding himself in pain, before ...

Discover the 5 critical mouth symptoms that could indicate serious health issues including oral cancer. Early detection ...

A woman is urging people not to ignore mouth ulcers that don't go away - after hers turned out to be cancer and she needed 6cm of her tongue cut off. Helen Keough noticed a new ulcer had appeared ...