Oral Herpes Topic Guide
Oral Herpes: Oral herpes is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. The virus causes painful sores on your lips, gums, tongue, roof of your mouth, and inside your cheeks.
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Canker Sores Canker sores (aphthous stomatitis) are among the most common causes of sores in the mouth. Causes of canker sores include heredity, oral trauma, hormonal changes, anxiety, stress, quitting smoking, medications, food allergies, toothpastes, and certain diseases. Symptoms of canker sores include painful but clear sores, deep painful ulcers, and herpetiforms. Treatment of canker sores include medication and herbal supplements.
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