So, you have a cold sore, otherwise known as oral herpes. These fluid-filled blisters often found on or around the mouth are not only painful, they may also inflict feelings of shame. “People hear ...

When you don’t feel well, you want a quick fix. You might be familiar with treatments for allergies or the common cold. But what about cold sores? These fluid-filled blisters commonly found on or ...

A canker sore—a painful white ulcer inside the mouth—might be brought on by stress. Or the wrong toothpaste. Or certain foods: tomatoes, peanuts, cinnamon. Or an iron deficiency. Or an allergy. Or a ...

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD Key Takeaways Most causes of a sore throat and tongue are not serious. They will resolve ...

What are canker sores? If you’ve ever had one, you probably remember exactly how it feels. These sores are small, painful ulcers that can develop in your mouth for a variety of reasons. They’re ...

Cold sores are also known as oral herpes or fever blisters. They are very common among children and adults and are usually harmless. Cold sores on infants, meanwhile, are rare but can be dangerous.

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DEAR DR. GOTT: I had been meaning to send this home remedy long before I read your column about cold and canker sores. My mother had recurring cold sores on her lips but also frequently had canker ...

Tongue cancer, primarily squamous cell carcinoma, affects the oral tongue and oropharynx, with risk factors including tobacco and HPV. Early signs include persistent sores, pain, red or white patches, ...