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To ask what I can do with this huge ulcer (pic)

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soshelpsos · 14/06/2024 22:37

It it so so so sore.

I struggle to eat and I catch it when I talk.

Been having an incredibly stressful time lately and have a few in my mouth, but this one wins the award for the worst.

What the hell can I do with it? Bonjela is so painful when it goes on I could scream.

To ask what I can do with this huge ulcer (pic)
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soshelpsos · 14/06/2024 22:53

Thank you 😊 I'm pretty sure it's an ulcer as I've also got several in my mouth and tongue right now. I've never had a cold sore that I know of.
This is one big thing rather than little clusters like the coldsore pics I just googled 🤔

Ice is a good idea and I'll do some salt water too

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Whoknowswhatanymore · 14/06/2024 22:52

I agree that I don’t think it’s an ulcer….ulcers appear in the mouth, not on the lip. I’d go to a pharmacist and ask for advice for a cold sore.

cherryassam · 14/06/2024 22:52

DH gets horrendous ulcers and swears by these: Boots ulcer pastilles
Anbesol adult gel

The gel does sting initially but if you can bear it, it does then actually numb it

Pigeonqueen · 14/06/2024 22:51

I think you actually need that checked as it doesn’t look like a typical ulcer. (I say that as someone who is under 2 oral specialist at the hospital for oral licen planus, invasive Candida and recurrent ulcers).

AuditAngel · 14/06/2024 22:49

if it might be a cold sore try aciclovir, and if you don’t have that, try ice to reduce the swelling

AuditAngel · 14/06/2024 22:48

Are you sure it is an ulcer? It looks like a cold sore as it looks like blisters

Greengagesnfennel · 14/06/2024 22:44

Ahhh that looks so sore. I feel for you. I suggest the Bonjela complete filmogel that you have to put on with a spatula. Hurts like hell when you put it on but it forms a protective layer over it. I’ve never had cold sores though. Could it be a cold sore? Maybe try some acyclovir cream as well just in case?

comedycentral · 14/06/2024 22:44

Corsodyl is also really good if you have it in the house, but don't use it excessively as it can stain your teeth. I hope you feel better soon.

comedycentral · 14/06/2024 22:43

I remember having one that bad in my late teens, and it was actually impetigo, not an ulcer. Saltwater rinses will help with oral hygiene around it, as it needs to stay clean. See the pharmacist for something better than Bonjela.

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soshelpsos · 14/06/2024 22:37

Ps. Yes, my whole lip is swollen because of it

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