Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Sores In Mouth After Stopping Smoking?

A friend stopped smoking for 3 weeks now, after cessation, he has developed sores in his mouth. They go away after a few days and then reappear in different areas. I have done some research but have found no answers other than when a person resumes smoking the sores disappear. I do not wish for him to smoke, but would like a solution to continue smoke free. Thank you!
Wed, 16 Jul 2014
Report Abuse
Dentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,  's  Response
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The soreness in the mouth is recurrent aphthous ulcers. It occurs following quiting smoking habit. During smoking there will be increased keratinization of the mucosa. After quitting the habit the resistance to mucosal injury is less. It will be aggravated when you have lot of stress.
Nothing to worry.
you can take topical anesthetic and analgesics like anabel gel. apply 3-4 times daily before food and topical steroid like triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% 4-5times daily after food.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.

I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Sores In Mouth After Stopping Smoking?

Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The soreness in the mouth is recurrent aphthous ulcers. It occurs following quiting smoking habit. During smoking there will be increased keratinization of the mucosa. After quitting the habit the resistance to mucosal injury is less. It will be aggravated when you have lot of stress. Nothing to worry. you can take topical anesthetic and analgesics like anabel gel. apply 3-4 times daily before food and topical steroid like triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% 4-5times daily after food. I hope my answer will help you, take care.