Is vitamin C effective for canker sores?
Disease description:
I frequently get mouth ulcers, and sometimes it even hurts to eat. I’m considering taking vitamin C to treat them—does vitamin C actually help with mouth ulcers?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Vitamin C can help alleviate pain associated with oral ulcers. For mild oral ulcers, crush a vitamin C tablet into powder and apply it directly to the ulcerated area to relieve symptoms. In cases of severe ulcers, the application may be repeated several times for enhanced relief. Vitamin C enhances the function of neutrophils, thereby improving their bactericidal activity and boosting overall immune function.
