How Can Mouth Ulcers During Pregnancy Be Treated?

Posted on Mon, 13 Nov 2017

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Question : hi I am 7 weeks pregnant now i am having mouth ulcers in my throat area & on side of my tongue. I have Vitamin B12 deficiency problem for which doc has prescribed me Tab Maxum. I have taken 2 doses of the same medicine. is that safe during pregnancy?

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (38 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes,it is safe medicine to use during pregnancy.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care.
I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.
Yes,you can take maxum tablet safely during pregnancy but long term use only recommended under supervision.
If you are non vegetarian, you can take red meat for vitamin b12 deficiency.
Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information.
Good luck.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Richa Agarwal (8 minutes later)

I am a pure veggie. what will help to improve my Vitamin B12 level. please suggest.

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Milk,yogurt and cheese contain vitamin b12.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Only milk,yogurt,cheese contain vitamin b12.
If you can take egg it also contain vitamin b12.
Hope found useful.
Good luck.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Richa Agarwal (40 minutes later)

ok thanks a lot Madam.

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You are most welcome.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear
You are always welcome.
Good luck.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana