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2 Days Ago I Developed Reddish Area On Roof Of
Question: 2 days ago I developed reddish area on roof of my mouth . hurts when swallowing . used some mouthwash (BETADINE) feeling better but not cured fully . no fever or running nose . no coughing . only reddish mouth roof . Please see photo . I need to know what can be the cause and how to treat . Thanks
Brief Answer:
most commonly due to trauma
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
Lesions to the top of the are usually related to trauma to the roof of the mouth or infection with trauma being more likely of the two.
Trauma from food eg if abrasive or drink (eg hot beverage).
In most cases, the lesions heal within a week though as you state, it can be painful during that time.
In addition to avoiding the use of foods/drinks that may worsen the injury (use soft foods for a few days, cool or cold liquids), the use of the antiseptic would also aid healing eg the betadine or you can use a combined agent such as chloroseptic (contains antiseptic and pain reliever)
Use of oral anti inflammatory pain killers would also help as well eg ibuprofen, cataflam, naproxen
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
most commonly due to trauma
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
Lesions to the top of the are usually related to trauma to the roof of the mouth or infection with trauma being more likely of the two.
Trauma from food eg if abrasive or drink (eg hot beverage).
In most cases, the lesions heal within a week though as you state, it can be painful during that time.
In addition to avoiding the use of foods/drinks that may worsen the injury (use soft foods for a few days, cool or cold liquids), the use of the antiseptic would also aid healing eg the betadine or you can use a combined agent such as chloroseptic (contains antiseptic and pain reliever)
Use of oral anti inflammatory pain killers would also help as well eg ibuprofen, cataflam, naproxen
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Brief Answer:
can be linked
Detailed Answer:
HI
It may be linked. If you are holding your mouth slightly open to avoid the tongue rubbing against the roof of the mouth then there may be link. Mouth breathing is one cause of dry mouth
Dry mouth can also be linked to some meds such as antihistamines, decongestants. There are others as well. If you are using any of these, may be related
Drinking fluids, using sugar free gum- these can be helpful for some persons
can be linked
Detailed Answer:
HI
It may be linked. If you are holding your mouth slightly open to avoid the tongue rubbing against the roof of the mouth then there may be link. Mouth breathing is one cause of dry mouth
Dry mouth can also be linked to some meds such as antihistamines, decongestants. There are others as well. If you are using any of these, may be related
Drinking fluids, using sugar free gum- these can be helpful for some persons
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
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