Ulcers
-
are there any ways to treat mouth ulcer with minimum pain?
-
use oral b mouth rinse.
-
You can get Bonjela (R) at your nearest pharmaceutical store
This is a salicylate (an analgesic / painkiller).
It taste sweet and has a cooling effect rather than a effervescent effect when you use salt. -
Bonjela and salt have very instant, painful effect... How about the salicylate stuff?? issit good?Originally posted by renorenal:You can get Bonjela (R) at your nearest pharmaceutical store
This is a (an analgesic / painkiller).
It taste sweet and has a cooling effect rather than a effervescent effect when you use salt. -
or you can go chinese herbal shops and ask for winter meleon powder to treat mouth ulcers. It will sooth the pain. Remember to drink more cooling water, it may be a case of body heatiness.
-
Bonjela is a salicylate. Pain varies from individuals using Bonjela.Originally posted by SBS9828X:Bonjela and salt have very instant, painful effect... How about the salicylate stuff?? issit good?
If you still feel that the above is painful, you may try the winter melon powder. -
winter melon powder is troublesome and cause quite a bit of pain.Originally posted by renorenal:Bonjela is a salicylate. Pain varies from individuals using Bonjela.
If you still feel that the above is painful, you may try the winter melon powder. -
powder??? iseee i see will try them
thanks -
Since ulcers are v common among pple, jus wanna add on more info on it:
Other home remedies vary in efficacy. The effects varies among individuals. Most seem to be based on an antiseptic (mild antibiotic), an antacid, or both. Antiseptic techniques suggested include the following:
1.Swab the sores with hydrogen peroxide
2.Rinse the mouth with an antiseptic mouthwash (e.g. Listerine). This can relieve pain for a few hours. Alternatively, can always consult a doctor at polyclinic if your ulcer comes with other illness, eg. flu and sore throat. A throat gargle would usually be given. A tyipcal brand is Thymol.
3.Pouring salt directly on the ulcer can prove effective, however this can be quite painful. Avoiding pressure on the ulcer after applying the salt minimizes the pain. Alternatively:
4.Rinse the mouth with salt water—1 teaspoon of salt dissolved in 1 cup (250 ml) of warm water (aka. a saline solution)
Other treatments for ulcers (the herbal way):
1. Tea: Tea contains tannins. Or the layman term: tannic acid. Try placing the tea bag on your ulcer. Chamomile tea has soothing and healing effects in the mucous membrane.
2. Licorice. Licorice contains tannin, and the compounds glycyrrhetinic-acid and glycyrrhizin. All of these help speed the healing of sores.
3.Echinacea: The antiviral, immune-enhancing, and wound-healing properties of echinacea make it a reasonable choice for mouth ulcers. Liquid echinacea in the amount of 4 ml can be swished in the mouth for two to three minutes, then swallowed. This can be repeated three times per day. Tablets and capsules containing echinacea may also be helpful. (available at watsons n leading pharmacies)
4. Tea tree oil helps prevent infection and control parasites and candida. Rinse the mouth with 3 drops of tea tree oil diluted in a glass of water. Twice daily, after brushing the teeth, apply a few drops of oil with a cotton swab directly to infected area. -
Prevention of ulcers:
Sores or ulcers can be caused by a vitamin or mineral deficiency, supplements of vitamins C and B complex, as well as folic acid, iron, and zinc, may help.
Suggestions:
1.Acidophilus (Lactobacillus acidophilus) Aids in maintaining healthy balance of intestinal flora ("friendly" bacteria). Use a high-potency powdered form. Can be found in the drink Yakult and Vitagen.
2.Vitamin B complex. Important for immune function and healing.
Dosage: 50 mg of each major B vitamin 3 times daily.
3.Extra vitamin B3 (niacin) Deficiencies of niacin have been linked to mouth sores.
Dosage: 50-100 mg 3 times daily. Do not exceed this amount.
Caution: Do not take niacin if you have a liver disorder, gout, or high blood pressure.
4. Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). Necessary for adrenal function.
Dosage: 50-100 mg 3 times daily.
5. Vitamin B12
Dosage: 1,000-2,000 mcg daily, on an empty stomach.
5. Folic acid
Dosage: 400 mcg daily.
6. Vitamin C with bioflavonoids. Fights infection and boosts the immune system.
Dosage: 3,000-8,000 mg daily, in divided doses.
7. Zinc lozenges. Enhances immune function and aids healing.
Dosage: 1 15-mg lozenge every 3 waking hours for 2 days. Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily. Take with 3 mg copper.
Well, seems like a alot to take, in short, just go for multi-vitamins! But do look out for its contents. Remember to check for Vit. B, B complex, Vit. C, Folic acid, Calcium (esp. for ladies) and Zinc. However, do choose them carefully, as more and more different types are coming out to cater for different ages and gender.
Personally i would go for Centrum. But currently taking Healtheries, women's mutli. Iron, evening primrose oil and all the abv mentioned in one bottle.