Why do mouth ulcers occur? 10 things to know

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A mouth ulcer can appear anywhere inside a person's mouth. They may appear on gums, lips, tongue, inner cheeks or even the roof of the mouth. (FILE)

2 According to medical websites, some mouth ulcers go away on their own while others require treatment. | Shutterstock

3 Causes of mouth ulcer:

Accidentally biting the inside of your cheek; Wounds from a toothbrush. | Twitter

4 Causes of mouth ulcer:

Constant rubbing against dental braces or misaligned teeth. | Twitter

5 Causes of mouth ulcer:

Burns caused while having hot food; Reaction to drugs. | Shutterstock

6 Mental health matters

Stress and extreme fatigue can make mouth ulcers worse, an Australian State health website said. (FILE)

7 Mouth ulcers can be avoided in some cases by:

Brush your teeth gently, avoid toothbrushes with rough bristles; Consume nutritious food | AFP

8 Mouth ulcers can be avoided in some cases by:

Avoid spicy and salty dishes until the ulcers heal; Increase fluid consumption; Oral hygiene. (FILE)

9 A home remedy to try out:

Rinse your mouth out with warm, slightly salted water. Hold the water in mouth for up to 4 minutes at a time. Do it at least four times daily. (Twitter)

10 Mouth ulcers will not transmit from one person to another while sharing food or drinks or while kissing. | Twitter

(Disclaimer)

Info shared here is for general awareness alone and should not be construed as professional medical advice. (FILE)