What should I do if I have mouth ulcers due to excessive stomach fire?

Written by Zhang Shu Kun
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Updated on September 18, 2024
00:00
00:00

Mouth ulcers due to excessive stomach heat are primarily caused by improper diet. For this condition, one should consume more foods and fruits that reduce stomach heat, such as apples, pears, watermelon, and grapefruit, as well as vegetables like lettuce and celery to effectively regulate stomach heat and improve symptoms. It is crucial to drink plenty of water, urinate frequently, and avoid consuming foods that increase internal heat and irritant foods to prevent exacerbating the condition. One must also ensure adequate rest, avoid excessive fatigue, particularly staying up late, and spend time in the sun to increase calcium absorption.

Other Voices

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Wang Peng
Dentistry
45sec home-news-image

What is good to eat for oral ulcers caused by excessive internal heat?

Patients with mouth ulcers caused by excessive internal heat can take some Chinese patent medicines that clear heat and eliminate fire. They should also drink more water, eat light meals, and consume fresh fruits and vegetables. This not only supplements various trace elements and vitamins but also enhances the body's immunity and promotes quick healing of the ulcers. The exact cause of mouth ulcers is not yet fully understood, but the disease is self-limiting and usually heals completely within about seven to ten days, so patients need not worry too much. If the ulcers cause severe local pain, lidocaine gel can be used for local treatment. Applying watermelon frost or borax powder locally can also promote the healing of ulcers.

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.

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Li Cui
Dentistry
46sec home-news-image

How to manage oral ulcers in summer

When patients experience oral ulcers, it may be due to hot weather in the summer or poor diet, leading to loss of appetite and lack of certain nutrients. It is recommended that patients adjust their diets accordingly, consuming light foods and staying hydrated. If patients lack appetite, they can eat some fresh vegetables and fruits to adjust their diet. Additionally, it is crucial for patients to avoid spicy and irritating foods, as these can worsen the ulcers and cause symptoms of heatiness. Therefore, during summer when experiencing oral ulcers, local treatment is also necessary. Topical medications for oral ulcers can be used to help heal the ulcerative lesions.

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Zhang Yin Xing
Obstetrics
55sec home-news-image

What should pregnant women do about oral ulcers?

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.)

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Fang Xiao
Dentistry
1min 9sec home-news-image

What to do for ulcers in the mouth and on the tongue?

Tongue ulcers are a type of mouth ulcer. They are similar to other ulcers in that they are self-limiting and recurrent. Tongue ulcers are often caused by mental stress, so it is important to reduce stress between outbreaks. Rinsing with warm salt water and keeping the mouth moist can help alleviate symptoms. Before and after the menstrual period, it is important to rest and relieve stress. Eating lighter food can help the ulcers heal. If the ulcers are caused by poorly fitting dentures and are persistent, it is advised to visit the dental department at a formal hospital to exclude precancerous lesions. After developing mouth ulcers, it is advisable to supplement with vitamins and trace elements, maintain a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, eat fresh vegetables and fruits, keep a joyful mood, engage in physical exercise, and strengthen immunity. If the ulcer is localized, applying recombinant bovine alkaline cell growth factor can promote the healing of the ulcer.