I have 3 to 4 small to medium-sized mouth ulcers inside my lower lip, and they keep recurring every 6 months. What medicine or gel should I use to treat them?
These sound like recurrent aphthous ulcers. For quick pain relief and faster healing, apply a topical corticosteroid paste like **Triamcinolone acetonide (0.1%)** or an anesthetic gel containing **Lidocaine** directly to the sores 3-4 times daily. Rinsing with **Chlorhexidine mouthwash** or warm salt water can also prevent infection. Since they recur regularly, try avoiding spicy/acidic foods and use a soft toothbrush. I also recommend checking your Vitamin B12, Iron, and Folate levels, as deficiencies can cause recurrences. If an ulcer lasts longer than two weeks, please see a doctor.
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I have 3 to 4 small to medium-sized mouth ulcers inside my lower lip, and they keep recurring every 6 months. What medicine or gel should I use to treat them?