Causes of Mouth Ulcer ▶️ #shorts

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A Mouth ulcer refers to a small painful lesion that forms within the mouth or at the base of the gum. Mouth ulcers are also called canker sores or aphthous sores. They are not infectious but tend to make the use of the mouth difficult such as when talking, eating, and drinking. They vary in size. Individuals with a higher chance of experiencing mouth ulcers are women, teenagers, and people with a family record of mouth ulcers.

Types of Mouth Ulcers
Symptoms of mouth ulcers vary with the type of mouth ulcer an individual has. Mouth ulcers are of three types – minor, major, and herpetiform.

Minor Ulcers – These sores are small and oval or round in shape. They range from 2 millimeters to 8 millimeters in size. They are known to heal over a period of one to two weeks without leaving scars.
Major Ulcers – Compared to the minor mouth sores, these are cut in deeper and are larger. They may persist for up to six weeks before they heal and leave scars.
Herpetiform Ulceration – These ulcers get their name from the fact that they resemble sores caused by herpes. They are pinpoint in size and develop in clusters of 10 -100. They are known to affect mostly adults. Just like the major mouth sores, they also have irregular edges. Herpetiform mouth sores heal within one to two weeks without scars.
Causes of Mouth Ulcer
There is no clear cause of mouth ulcers; however, the following triggers below have been identified.

Mouth injuries (these may be sustained from brushing, dental work, or an accidental bite)
Allergies
Badly fitting dental braces
Lack of sleep
Eating fruits or foods that are acidic
Mouth rinses and toothpaste containing sodium lauryl sulfate
Stress
Hormonal changes experienced during menstruation or pregnancy
Infection from bacterial, viruses, or fungi
Insufficient intake of vitamins
Food sensitivities
Genetic factors
Certain medicines such as beta-blockers, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or nicorandil
Quitting smoking
Although certain factors may trigger them, mouth ulcers may be a symptom of a severe medical condition such as:

Celiac disease
Mouth cancer
Diabetes mellitus
Immune system disorder,
Inflammatory bowel disease,
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

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