{"id":159115,"date":"2022-05-15T22:41:33","date_gmt":"2022-05-15T17:11:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=159115"},"modified":"2026-03-20T11:34:52","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T11:34:52","slug":"home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Home Remedies for Tongue Ulcers"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69df9b84dfcfa\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69df9b84dfcfa\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/#What_Causes_Tongue_Ulcers\" >What Causes Tongue Ulcers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/#Symptoms_of_Tongue_Ulcers\" >Symptoms of Tongue Ulcers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/#Home_Remedies_for_Tongue_Ulcers\" >Home Remedies for Tongue Ulcers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/#When_to_Seek_Medical_Help\" >When to Seek Medical Help?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-tongue-ulcers\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mouth ulcers can sometimes occur on your tongue and give you tongue ulcers. These ulcers are usually red or yellow in colour and can be quite painful to live with. Tongue ulcers are quite common and usually go away on their own within a week or two. Tongue ulcers are not usually signs of serious health conditions, but are uncomfortable<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/mouth-ulcers\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546250\/\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>. People with tongue ulcers find it difficult to eat and drink anything.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Tongue_Ulcers\"><\/span><strong>What Causes Tongue Ulcers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact cause of tongue ulcers is unknown, but some factors may contribute to the development of these ulcers, including:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Eating acidic foods, like oranges, pineapples, and strawberries\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental procedures, such as filling a tooth cavity, can cause minor tissue damage\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ill-fitting dentures and braces\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rough dental fillings or sharp teeth\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accidentally biting your tongue or cheek\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allergic reaction due to some specific pathogens\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vitamin and mineral deficiency. For example, vitamin B12 and iron<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/mouth-ulcers\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546250\/\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use of abrasive or harsh toothpaste\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hormonal changes during your period (menstruation)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling tired, stressed, or anxious\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of proper sleep\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/mouth-ulcers\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546250\/\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_Tongue_Ulcers\"><\/span><strong>Symptoms of Tongue Ulcers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have tongue ulcers, you might experience\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Swelling surrounding the tongue ulcer\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teeth brushing increases the pain\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pain that worsens while eating spicy, salty, or sour foods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Home_Remedies_for_Tongue_Ulcers\"><\/span><strong>Home Remedies for Tongue Ulcers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tongue ulcers are a common condition but can cause immense discomfort on a day-to-day basis. However, you can try these home remedies to control them and ease the discomfort.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p><div id=\"sfa_container_159115\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_159115\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Coconut Oil<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-375x250.webp\" alt=\"coconut oil\" class=\"wp-image-211416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142054\/Coconut-oil-2-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can apply coconut oil to tongue ulcers. Coconut oil, when applied to the affected area, forms a protective barrier on the ulcer. It is highly effective as it speeds up the healing process of damaged tissues. It is also effective against the bacteria that cause ulcers<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/268805677_Medicinal_benefit_of_coconut_oil\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>. You can put coconut oil directly on the affected area to rapidly get rid of the tongue ulcer.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Saltwater\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-375x250.webp\" alt=\"saltwater\" class=\"wp-image-211417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142115\/Saltwater-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Frequently rinsing your mouth with warm salt water aids in healing ulcers<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/mouth-ulcers\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>. You can mix some salt in warm water and use it as a rinse.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Honey\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-375x250.webp\" alt=\"honey\" class=\"wp-image-208802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03065343\/honey-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Honey is known to possess wound-healing benefits. It speeds up the healing process and can be used as an effective agent for the treatment of ulcers. Honey is non-irritant, readily available, and an easy-to-use remedy for ulcers<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20001994\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>. To use honey, you can rub some honey directly on the affected area a few times a day. In addition, you can sip on honey by adding it to a cup of tea.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Chamomile\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-375x250.webp\" alt=\"chamomile\" class=\"wp-image-208828\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03074225\/German-Chamomile-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Chamomile can be used as a local application to treat bacterial diseases of the mouth. Chamomile reduces the healing time of ulcers induced by stress<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16628544\/\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>. To use chamomile, you can brew chamomile tea and use it as a mouth rinse. You can also drink chamomile tea with honey to double the benefits.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Aloe Vera\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-375x250.webp\" alt=\"aloe vera gel\" class=\"wp-image-208832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03075248\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Aloe vera gel is known to promote healing in damaged tissues and accelerate the healing process<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00520-015-3048-3\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>. You can apply aloe vera gel on the tongue ulcer to hasten its healing. You can also drink aloe vera juice to help treat the ulcer.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Vitamin Supplements\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-375x250.webp\" alt=\"vitamin d supplements\" class=\"wp-image-211419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/12142303\/Vitamin-supplements-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ulcers on the tongue can also form as a result of a deficiency of certain minerals and vitamins. Taking those vitamins and minerals as dietary supplements may help with tongue ulcers. For example, supplementing with vitamin B12 and iron might help with oral ulcers<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/mouth-ulcers\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Avoiding things that are causing your Ulcer\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-375x250.webp\" alt=\"drinking hot coffee\" class=\"wp-image-239160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/16112559\/cropped-close-up-outside-portrait-charming-cute-girl-knitted-cap-scarf-drinking-coffee-enjoying-coffee-break-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can manage your ulcers on your own by avoiding triggers that cause ulcers. For example, eating spicy, acidic or rough foods, drinking very hot or acidic drinks, using toothpaste that contains sodium lauryl sulfate, and eating chewing gum should be avoided. It will benefit the ulcer by providing benefits like\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Reducing the pain\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accelerating the healing process\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing the chances of recurrence<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/mouth-ulcers\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-leg-pain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natural Home Remedies for Leg Pain<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Seek_Medical_Help\"><\/span><strong>When to Seek Medical Help?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tongue ulcers can affect anyone. However, you should seek <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/online-doctor-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">medical help from your doctor<\/a><\/strong> if you have:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ulcers that last for more than three weeks\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New ulcers appear before the old one heals\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mouth ulcers that spread to another part of your lips\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pain that is not relieved by medication\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large ulcers that appear unusual\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Painless mouth ulcers\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A fever\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diarrhoea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-wart-removal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Home Remedies for Wart Removal<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tongue ulcers are simply painful sores that form on the tongue. Tongue ulcers are usually red or yellow in colour. These ulcers are common, heal on their own, and usually do not indicate anything serious. You can use some household substances like honey, aloe vera, and coconut oil to get relief and to hasten the healing. Tongue ulcers don\u2019t usually require medical intervention. Still, if you have symptoms such as fever, diarrhoea, very large ulcers, ulcers spreading to other parts of your mouth or ulcers lasting more than 3 weeks, you should contact your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-stomach-ulcers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natural Home Remedies For Stomach Ulcers<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747394783854\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Are tongue ulcers severe?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, tongue ulcers by themselves do not generally indicate anything serious. Tongue ulcers are common and self-healing. However, if you have tongue ulcers that last longer than three weeks, new ulcers appearing before the old ones heal, fever, diarrhoea, pain that does not go away with medication, ulcers spreading to other parts of your mouth, or abnormally large ulcers, you should contact your doctor because it could be a sign of something more serious.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747394789501\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How can I prevent tongue ulcers?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There is no known way to completely prevent ulcers. However, you can reduce your risks by eating a rich and healthy diet (fruits and vegetables), using a soft-bristle toothbrush to avoid tissue injury, brushing your teeth twice daily to maintain oral hygiene, and visiting the dentist for cleaning and checkups.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747394797778\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does rinsing with saltwater help with ulcers?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, rinsing the mouth with warm saltwater might help improve the tongue ulcers by acting as a healing aid.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747394819889\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I apply coconut oil to tongue ulcers?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can apply coconut oil to tongue ulcers. Applying coconut oil creates a protective barrier, accelerates healing, and fights bacteria causing ulcers. Coconut can be applied directly to the affected area.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747394833732\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What if my tongue ulcer does not heal?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If your tongue ulcer does not heal within three weeks, you should consult your doctor.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747394842304\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How to use honey to treat tongue ulcers?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can apply honey directly to the affected area. Honey is effective in managing ulcers as it speeds up the healing process.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Mouth ulcers [Internet]. nhs.uk. 2022 [cited 4 May 2022]. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/mouth-ulcers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/mouth-ulcers\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG). Overview: Canker sores (mouth ulcers) [Internet]. Cologne (Germany): InformedHealth.org; 2006\u2013 [updated 2022 Oct 17; cited 2025 May 16]. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546250\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546250\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Vala GS, Kapadiya PK. Medicinal Benefits of Coconut Oil. International Journal of Life Sciences Research. 2014;2(4):124\u20136. [Internet]. 2022 [cited 4 May 2022]. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/268805677_Medicinal_benefit_of_coconut_oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/268805677_Medicinal_benefit_of_coconut_oil<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Ylmaz N, Nlsbet \u00c3\u2013, Nlsbet C, Ceylan G, Ho\u00c5\u0178g\u00c3\u00b6r F, Dede \u00c3\u2013D. Biochemical Evaluation Of The Therapeutic Effectiveness Of Honey In Oral Mucosal Ulcers. Bosnian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences [Internet]. 2009 [cited 2022 Apr 25];9(4):290. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20001994\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20001994\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. McKay DL, Blumberg JB. A review of the bioactivity and potential health benefits of chamomile tea (Matricaria recutita L.). Phytother Res [Internet]. 2006 Jul [cited 2022 Apr 25];20(7):519\u201330. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16628544\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16628544\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. de Freitas Cuba L, Braga Filho A, Cherubini K, Salum FG, Figueiredo MAZ de. Topical application of Aloe vera and vitamin E on induced ulcers on the tongue of rats subjected to radiation: clinical and histological evaluation. Supportive Care in Cancer 2015 24:6 [Internet]. 2015 Dec 23 [cited 2022 Apr 25];24(6):2557\u201364. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00520-015-3048-3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00520-015-3048-3<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong><em> The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. 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