What are the causes of oral ulcers?
Disease description:
My mouth has been painful while eating for the past two days, and I noticed some white blisters. After visiting the hospital, I was diagnosed with oral ulcers. I would like to know what causes oral ulcers.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
The causes of oral ulcers are complex and varied, mainly including the following points:
1. Vitamin deficiency: Long-term picky eating, selective eating, or an unbalanced diet can lead to deficiencies in vitamins such as vitamin C and B-complex vitamins, making one prone to oral ulcers.
2. Decreased immune function: When the body's resistance declines, pathogens such as bacteria and viruses are more likely to invade, increasing the risk of developing oral ulcers.
3. Psychological factors: Prolonged states of mental stress, anxiety, depression, and other negative emotions can affect the immune system and lead to the occurrence of oral ulcers.
4. Mucosal damage: Consuming excessively hot or hard foods, or experiencing mucosal trauma from tooth injuries or friction during orthodontic treatment, may cause damage to the oral mucosa and trigger oral ulcers.
5. Genetic factors: The development of oral ulcers is somewhat related to genetic background; individuals with a family history of oral ulcers are more susceptible to the condition.
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