Can kiwifruit treat oral ulcers?

Jun 26, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Some people say that kiwifruit is helpful for mouth ulcers; I don't know if it's true. May I ask the doctor whether kiwifruit can treat mouth ulcers?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
Kiwifruit may help alleviate oral ulcers to some extent, but it cannot directly treat them. Kiwifruit is rich in vitamin C, vitamin B, and other nutrients, which can aid in the healing of skin wounds and thus provide an auxiliary therapeutic effect on oral ulcers. Consuming kiwifruit can moisturize the mouth, reduce oral dryness, alleviate local mucosal congestion and swelling caused by oral ulcers, and relieve pain and burning sensations. However, the treatment of oral ulcers mainly relies on local anti-inflammatory measures, pain relief, and promoting the healing of the ulcerated area. Although kiwifruit can provide nutritional support, it cannot directly cure oral ulcers. Therefore, individuals suffering from oral ulcers can consume kiwifruit in moderation to help relieve symptoms, but they should also combine it with other treatment methods to achieve a complete recovery.