Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Strong concentrations of SLS can cause skin, mouth, or eye irritation.SLS may ...

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Mouth ulcers, or canker sores, are common but painful. Triggers include minor injuries, food sensitivities, nutrient deficiencies, hormonal shifts, an ...

Samples taken from the asteroid Bennu are continuing to shed light on the origins of the solar system. Scientists have been studying the samples since NASA's Osiris-REx spacecraft carried them back to ...

Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is a common condition affecting 20-25% of the population, characterized by recurring oral ulcers. Aphthous ulcers are distinct from cold sores (herpes) and are not ...

A team of researchers tested morin, a plant compound, against gum disease bacteria and found strong antimicrobial benefits. By encapsulating it in polymers, they created a powdered form for oral ...

Uh oh. The first thing you notice when you wake up one morning is that it hurts to swallow. Are you getting sick? There are several reasons why your throat might be suddenly sore, but not all of them ...

Eating more like the Mediterranean—rich in vegetables, legumes, fruits, and olive oil—may do more than just support heart health. A new King’s College London study suggests it also protects against ...

Can Ulcerative Colitis Cause Mouth Sores? Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). UC is a chronic (lasting and persistent) condition that mainly affects the colon, part ...

Thanks to a Texas-based dental care company, there are some easy things you can do if you suffer the fate often worse than death: canker sores. Before I get into some Texas-based home remedies, let me ...

If you have painful, white and red spots in your mouth, you may have canker sores, but what can you do about them? The ulcers are typically small and painful and can affect eating and drinking, ...