With hand, foot and mouth disease, or HFMD, spreading through certain parts of the country, there are certain symptoms to look for and ways to treat the illness.

Canker sores are painful ulcers that form inside your mouth. The sores can affect daily habits like eating and drinking. Experts recommend key practices like regular teeth brushing and flossing to ...

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a highly contagious — but usually mild — illness that typically affects kids under 5.

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Mucositis, or mouth sores, is a common side effect of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and bone marrow transplant. The mouth is one of the most sensitive parts of the body and is especially vulnerable ...

So, you have a cold sore, otherwise known as oral herpes. These fluid-filled blisters often found on or around the mouth are not only painful, they may also inflict feelings of shame. “People hear ...

Feeling persistently dry-mouthed despite adequate hydration? You might have Xerostomia, a common condition affecting millions ...

Canker sores are inflamed spots in your mouth that cause pain and typically heal within a couple of weeks. Oral cancer may cause raised spots or patches in your mouth that worsen over time. Share on ...

Some food allergies can cause mouth sores. Examples include allergies to apples, bananas, carrots, and some nuts. Food allergies can trigger conditions such as oral allergy syndrome (OAS) and allergic ...