What should pregnant women do about oral ulcers?

Written by Zhang Yin Xing
Obstetrics
Updated on November 26, 2024
00:00
00:00

Generally speaking, for recurrent oral ulcers, due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, most female patients experience fewer occurrences of oral ulcers. If oral ulcers occur during pregnancy, treatment can be based on the cause: First, if the oral ulcers are caused by bites or burns, Kangfuxin solution or watermelon frost spray can be used for local treatment to accelerate the healing of the ulcer. Second, if the oral ulcers are due to vitamin deficiency, the patient should pay attention to oral hygiene and can appropriately take oral vitamin tablets to enhance resistance and promote the healing of the ulcer. During the outbreak of ulcers, it is important to avoid eating spicy and irritating foods, and antibiotics are not needed for oral ulcers. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

Other Voices

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Zhang Shu Kun
Traditional Chinese Medicine
42sec home-news-image

Can stomach fire cause oral ulcers?

When there is excessive stomach fire, it can cause oral ulcers. This is because excessive stomach fire leads to poor digestion in the gastrointestinal tract, where food cannot be digested in time and regurgitates into the mouth. It can also cause throat pain and oral inflammation, so it is crucial to treat stomach fire promptly. For severe cases, medication that improves stomach fire should be taken, and for mild cases, the condition can be managed through diet. Eating more watermelon, apples, and similar foods can help reduce stomach fire. Most importantly, avoid alcohol, smoking, and staying up late. (Medication should be taken under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Huang Kun Mei
Pediatrics
1min 1sec home-news-image

Causes of baby's oral ulcers

Babies with oral ulcers can generally be considered under the following circumstances. The first situation is where the child usually eats fewer vegetables, and the possibility of vitamin deficiency causing this condition is relatively high. This is because children do not like to eat vegetables and will have very low vitamin content, which can easily lead to oral ulcers. The second situation is caused by infection, such as when the child has a fever, cold, and other infection symptoms, which can also lead to oral ulcers. If it is caused by infection, it is necessary to promptly administer anti-infection traditional Chinese medicine for treatment. If it is caused by a vitamin deficiency, the child needs to be timely supplemented with vitamins and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits to treat oral ulcers. You can also spray some traditional Chinese medicine for treating oral ulcers on the child.

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Li Cui
Dentistry
1min 2sec home-news-image

What water should you drink for frequent oral ulcers?

Patients who frequently suffer from oral ulcers can appropriately drink some herbal teas to clear internal heat, such as honeysuckle tea or chrysanthemum tea, which are good choices. It is important to drink plenty of water. If you frequently have oral ulcers, it is suggested that patients visit a hospital to diagnose the causes of the oral ulcers, identifying what leads to them. Because recurrent severe oral ulcers can often be caused by systemic diseases, such as systemic lupus erythematosus or other diseases, which may lead to oral ulcers. Only by identifying the specific underlying causes can effective treatment be achieved. Additionally, oral ulcers may also be related to the patient's diet and lifestyle. Some patients may also experience ulcers due to high work stress, tension, or fatigue, and the long-term use of certain medications can lead to recurrent oral ulcers.

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Li Cui
Dentistry
1min 28sec home-news-image

Can I eat Dendrobium if I often have oral ulcers?

Mouth ulcers are generally caused by various factors related to the patient, such as local trauma, certain foods, frequent use of certain medications, poor nutrition, changes in hormone levels in the body, and excessive mental stress. Additionally, a deficiency in vitamins or trace elements in the body, or some systemic diseases, can also lead to the occurrence of mouth ulcers. When patients experience mouth ulcers, they can appropriately consume some Dendrobium, as it is beneficial for ulcers and is edible. However, it is recommended that patients with mouth ulcers still undergo local ulcer treatment. They can use specific medications for mouth ulcers, such as mouth ulcer lozenges or xyliodine lozenges, which can be directly applied to the ulcerated surface and can aid significantly in healing. Additionally, it is suggested that patients frequently use Kangfuxin Liquid for oral rinsing, which can effectively control bacterial infection in the mouth. Regarding diet, it is important to eat lightly and diversely, including plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits to adequately supplement nutrients. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Li Bao Hua
Dentistry
54sec home-news-image

How many days will it take for oral ulcers to heal?

Oral ulcers are a common disease in the department of oral mucous membrane, prevalent among people of all ages, especially in children and the elderly who have lower resistance. If oral ulcers are caused by residues in the mouth or stimulation from sharp teeth edges, known as traumatic ulcers, it is necessary to promptly remove the irritants for the ulcers to heal. If the irritant factors are not removed, the oral ulcers will not improve, and severe cases may lead to cancerous changes. Generally, oral ulcers can heal on their own in about two weeks, or 14 days. If the ulcers do not heal after two weeks and keep recurring without improvement, one should be cautious about the possibility of cancer and further biopsy should be conducted for assessment.