Suggest Treatment For Swollen Tongue Along With Cold Sores

Posted on Sun, 15 Jan 2017

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Question : I woke up today,tonge was swollen and multi cold type sores on tonge.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (31 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Aphthous ulcers

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Probably you have developed aphthous ulcers.
I treat such cases with a mild topical steroid oral paste like triamcinolone 0.01% to be applied twice daily for a week.
Also take Vitamin B complex daily for a week.
This combination is safe and effective.
You can try this.
If possible upload a photograph of the involved area.
This Will help me in giving a closer diagnosis and better way of management..
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (2 hours later)

can I get the steroid over the counter?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (21 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Usually available over the counter

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Steroid oral pastes are generally available over the counter.
Please enquire with your chemist.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad