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July 18, 2024

Can sores in the mouth occur from a food allergy?

The cause of mouth sores is not yet fully understood, but one of the factors that has been associated with their appearance is due to having a food allergy.

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Some foods are often associated with the appearance of sores in the mouth. For example, irritating and so-called “hot” foods.

However, these foods do not necessarily cause a food allergy.

It could be said that a food allergy is somewhat more complex that, in addition to causing symptoms, could also cause sores in the mouth.

Food allergy: a factor associated with the appearance of sores in the mouth.

Many people have some food that is ours Kryptonite and it causes us allergies.

To a lesser or greater degree, a food allergy can cause symptoms that are easy to recognize.

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For example, skin reactions, sneezing, itchy nose, stomach problems, swelling and itchy eyes, tearing and redness, and others.

In addition, in serious cases it can cause anaphylaxis; difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, tongue and/or throat, fainting, irregular heartbeat, and others.

In addition, as if that were not enough, food allergy is one of the factors that has been associated with the appearance of sores in the mouth.

A food allergy can cause inflammation and damage to cells and tissues.

The oral mucosa can be affected by this and lead to the appearance of sores in the mouth.

Food allergy sores may appear on the mucous membrane of the lips and cheeks, on the tongue, parts of the palate and on the gums.

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In general, the sores are white or yellowish in color, and have red borders.

In addition, they can appear one at a time in different places or several together in the same area.

Foods that can cause food allergy and mouth sores

A food allergy can be caused by as many foods as there are people in the world.

All we have to do is ask our environment to detect that everyone may have a different food allergy.

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However, there are some common ones that can cause food allergy and mouth sores.

For example, dairy products, nuts, gluten, eggs, seafood and/or fish, different fruits, vegetables, and so on.

How do I know if I have a food allergy that causes canker sores?

Usually, it's your body that talks when you have a food allergy.

However, we don't always know with certainty which food causes us allergies and causes canker sores.

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Therefore, it is best to seek medical help. Through tests and tests, they can detect which foods cause you an allergy.

Don't let it go; an allergy can cause serious reactions in your body and harm your health.

A food allergy is just one factor associated with the appearance of sores in the mouth.

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As we mentioned, it is essential to see a doctor to detect and treat food allergy.

Generally, a fundamental measure is avoid food that causes allergies and sores in your mouth.

However, the food or component that causes you allergy may be “hidden” as an ingredient in a product.

Therefore, always it is essential to read food labels well.

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Also, it is important to consider that a food allergy is just one of the factors associated with the appearance of sores in the mouth.

Consequently, if you continue to get canker sores despite having completely stopped eating the food that causes you allergy, it may be for another reason.

For example, the appearance of sores in the mouth can also be associated with:

  • Nutrient deficiency: lack of iron, vitamin B12, and/or folic acid, for example.
  • Emotional stress.
  • Some autoimmune diseases.
  • Hormonal changes.

If you frequently suffer from mouth sores, it is very important that you seek medical help.

Gingigel can help you ease the pain of canker sores.

Gingigel It is a hyaluronic acid medical device which helps to form a protective barrier and accelerate the healing of canker sores.

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In gel, spray and mouthwash, Gingigel can help:

  • Relieve pain and the discomfort caused by canker sores.
  • Accelerate healing of canker sores.
  • Deflame canker sores.
  • Stop bleeding.
  • Regulate the growth of microorganisms for prevent infections.

Gengigel is a modern and effective device for help repair damaged tissues in the oral mucosa.

In addition, being a medical device, it does not generate systemic effects that harm health nor does it interact with medications.

Gingigel is available through:

Learn more at gingigel.cl

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Content for informational purposes; it does not replace a consultation with a doctor or other health professional.

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