What is the mouth ulcers?

A mouth ulcer is a hole in the lining of the mouth that develops when the top layer of cells breaks down. Some may be red, but some can also turn white as dead cells and food get in the center. A blister can also appear as a raised sore filled with clear fluid. Many people get mouth ulcers sometimes called canker sores or aphthous ulcers. These are a sore or blister that appears in the lining of the mouth and sometimes on the tongue. Mouth ulcers are not serious and usually clear up on their own.

What are the symptoms of the mouth uclers?
Some symptoms of mouth ulcers include:-

• Blister or sore with a red border and white center
• Found inside the mouth on the lips, cheeks, tongue, and roof of mouth
• Pain even when you’re not eating
• Pain when you eat certain foods like citrus fruits or spicy foods
• Tingling, burning, or rough feeling as the blister develops
• One sore or two or three together
• Mouth ulcers are often confused with cold sores. However, cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus and appear on the outside of the mouth around the lips. 

What are the causes of mouth ulcers?
Experts don’t know the exact reason why people develop mouth ulcers, but there may be some things that contribute. These may include:

• Biting the inside of your mouth
• Braces, rough fillings, or dentures that don’t fit well
• Food allergy or intolerance
• Brushing your teeth too hard
• Toothpaste with irritating ingredients
• Burns from hot drinks
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Hormonal changes
• Not enough vitamin B12
• Not enough iron
• Chronic diseases like celiac disease, Behçet’s disease, or ulcerative colitis
• Medicines like beta blockers or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
• Genes
• Smoking
• Weakened immune system

Who can get mouth ulcers?
Anyone can get mouth ulcers, but women are more likely to develop mouth ulcers, especially while pregnant or during the menstrual cycle. While children can develop a mouth ulcer, most people develop them for the first time as a teenager or young adult. People being treated with chemotherapy may develop mouth ulcers. It can range from some sores to severe inflammation, bleeding, and ulceration called mucositis.

What are some natural home remedies for mouth ulcers?
Managing your symptoms at home will help your blisters heal and ease your discomfort. There are some natural home remedies you can try, including:-

• Rinse your mouth with warm saltwater
• Drink cold fluids instead of hot drinks like coffee or tea
• Eat popsicles
• Numb the sore with an ice cube or suck on ice
• Eat soft, bland foods 
• Use a toothbrush with soft bristles

ChhalaNil for Mouth uclers:-

ChhalaNil is very beneficial for the mouth ulcers and acidity. 1 tablet of ChhalaNil should be kept in mouth after every 2 hours. Children more than 5 years should be given half tablet.