Why do I keep getting mouth ulcers?

For the past two months, oral ulcers have been recurring frequently. Although I've actively sought treatment, they keep coming back after a period of improvement. I'd like to understand the reasons behind frequent oral ulcers—why do they keep happening?

Why Do Oral Ulcers Keep Recurring?

Common causes of recurrent oral ulcers include: 1. Excessive internal heat ("fire") leading to oral ulcers. 2. Excessive mental stress—people who are often angry, tense, or easily irritated are more prone to developing oral ulcers. 3. Genetic factors. Individuals with a family history of oral ulcers are more likely to develop them compared to the general population.

In daily life, overeating and irregular eating habits may contribute to recurrent oral ulcers. People who frequently smoke, drink alcohol, or consume spicy and irritating foods are more susceptible to oral ulcers, which can lower the body's immunity. According to modern medical research, weakened immunity increases the risk of various diseases, including oral ulcers. Women are also more likely to develop oral ulcers during menstruation, so it's important to rest well and take proper care before and during the menstrual period.

B vitamins are the nutrients most closely related to oral ulcers, especially vitamin B2. Additionally, a deficiency in vitamin C can also increase the likelihood of developing oral ulcers. Since zinc deficiency may impair ulcer healing, if oral ulcers continue to recur despite vitamin supplementation and show poor response to treatment, zinc deficiency should be considered. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and happiness!