Even before you spot a rash, you may notice that your child is complaining of mouth pain. The lesions caused by hand-foot-mouth disease can be very painful and children often complain that their mouth or some part of their mouth is hurting. Mouth...
Ulcers in the mouth may occur for a variety of reasons such as injury, inflammatory disorders, reactions to foods, herpes simplex and bacterial infections. The sores may or may not vary in appearance. They may appear on the gums, the floor of the...
Anti-depression and anti-anxiety drugs often work to help a patient over time. Some of these medications offer delayed-release formulations to help control the amount of medication in the human body. As with all medications, these have potential...
The teeth and gums are known as the periodontium. These structures may develop pain and soreness due to infection or injury. Each tooth is surrounded by gum tissue called gingiva that covers the underlying jaw bone holding the teeth. Because the...
The tongue is very active because you use it most of the day to eat and speak. Because of this, several things can cause bumps on the tongue. In most cases, a bump on the tongue is uncomfortable and sometimes painful, and depending on the cause...
People who contract the human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, can develop acute symptoms within 2 to 4 weeks following exposure to the virus. These symptoms typically persist for approximately 2 weeks following onset, according to the University...
A low WBC, or white blood count, is called leukopenia. There are several types of white blood cells, including neutrophils and lymphocytes. White blood cells are the body's main defense against infection, and the function of the immune system can...
One area of your body that is constantly exposed to the external environment is your mouth and tongue. From breathing to speaking to eating, the mouth and tongue are in constant use, which can cause sores on these tissues that are both painful and...
Harvested all across the world, sage or Salvia officinalis, is an herb that is most commonly known as a popular culinary spice. Aside from giving your food flavor, sage can also be used for medicinal purposes. Sage has anti-inflammatory,...
No cure for sickle cell anemia exists. Treatment centers on controlling infection, maintaining hydration and teaching patients how to prevent disease complications. Hydroxyurea is a cancer drug that sickle cell patients take regularly to prevent...
Although you might not see them when you glance in the mirror, bumps inside of your mouth often make their presence clear by causing pain and irritation. Even though the Family Doctor website indicates that small, red bumps in your mouth rarely...
Effexor XR, generically known as venlafaxine hydrochloride, is a medication used to treat major depression, panic disorder and anxiety. It is available in various dosages including 150 mg tablets. Drugs.com states that the maximum dosage for...
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an irritable bowel disease characterized by sores and inflammation of the colon and rectum. Ulcerative colitis causes a variety of symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, fatigue and loss of appetite....
Etanercept is an injectable prescription medication that can relieve the symptoms of active, rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis, according to Drugs.com. These symptoms include joint swelling, pain and fatigue. Etanercept is in a class of drugs...
Cold sores are a type of blister that is typically found in or around the mouth and lips. Cold sores can erupt on the lips, the inside of the cheek and even the gums and tongue. Cold sores are a type of the herpes simplex virus and are extremely...
Aphthous ulcers, also known as canker sores, are shallow grey, white or yellow sores surrounded by a dull, red border. Aphthous ulcers always occur inside the mouth, unlike cold sores which almost always occur on the lips, according to the...
Your mouth is the mirror of your body. A lot health problems can be detected by just looking into the mouth. Oral soft tissues including your tongue, gums, cheek lining, inner lip lining, palate lining and the lining of the floor of the mouth all...
Nicorette chewing gum, used to help people stop smoking, works by lessening withdrawal cravings. The gum releases nicotine in the mouth, which absorbs through the lining of the cheeks. The University of Missouri Student Health Center website...
Omeprazole (Prilosec) is a medication used for the short-term treatment of stomach ulcer, duodenal ulcer, erosive esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus), heartburn and other symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), reports PDR...
Omeprazole is a prescription medication that reduces the amount of acid that is produced in your stomach. This medication is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by excess acid) and as...
Salmonella is a type of food poisoning developed from exposure to tainted meats, chicken, eggs and some dairy products. Conventional medicine claims there is no cure for it, but some alternative medical practitioners encourage the use of herbs and...
Deficiencies in certain essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals can bring on dangerous diseases. These conditions affect millions of people worldwide, especially refugees and populations in developing countries, according to the World Health...
Prilosec is a medication that belongs to a category of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors. These medications are designed to decrease the amount of acid the stomach produces to reduce the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD....
The muscular tongue functions in chewing, tasting and swallowing. Because of its nearly continuous use throughout the day, abnormalities become obvious very quickly, making the tongue a helpful marker of disease. If your tongue shows signs or...
Systemic lupus erythematosus, or simply lupus, is a long-lasting autoimmune condition. This condition, notes the National Center for Biotechnology Information, typically affects your joints, skin, kidneys and certain other organs. Lupus is many...
