Sore throat and mouth - not negligence
Women are more likely to get mouth sores than men.
Sometimes hormonal and sometimes due to malnutrition and lack of
vitamins/minerals can cause such problems. This problem often catches our eye,
especially in underdeveloped regions where malnutrition is high – but we ignore
it. It is not at all right to neglect it - to lead a healthy life.
It is known from the experts - in the life of a woman,
there are various fluctuations in the level of hormones. These hormones affect
the blood circulation of the oral gums and other tissues.
When the levels of estrogen and progesterone hormones
suddenly increase in adolescence, the problem of swelling of the gums, bleeding
from the gums, tooth decay etc. can increase. Hormonal fluctuations before and
after menstruation can cause swelling of the gums and swelling of the salivary
glands. This is called 'menstrual gingivitis'.
Most of the problems occur during pregnancy. At this
time, immunity also decreases a little. Apart from that, progesterone levels
are very high. Generally, there may be more problems during seven-eight months
of pregnancy.
It is not uncommon for people who take birth control
pills to have more gum and tooth problems. However, if you are aware, you can
avoid these problems.
Many are used to using betel, tobacco etc.
These can cause sores in the mouth and even lead to cancer. Oral cancer is one
of the cancers in women. This cancer can be easily prevented if you give up
these habits.
Apart from this, anemia, lack of vitamin B,
malnutrition etc. are more common in woman. Due to these reasons, mouth or
tongue sores, tongue becoming shiny, tongue irritation while eating and tongue
fungal infection etc. are more common.
Those who have diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure,
rheumatic diseases and diseases of the digestive system and are taking various
types of drugs, especially steroids, on a regular basis for a long time, those
who use artificial teeth, they are at risk of mouth ulcers.
Therefore, if you see any kind of sore or color change
in the mouth or if you feel burning or pain in the mouth while eating, you
should immediately consult a doctor.
Apart from this, if the tongue bursts or the color of
the tongue changes, the gum on the inside of the mouth, the sore on the inside
of the cheek should not be neglected. A lump or white sore inside the mouth can
be a precursor to cancer. So no matter what the reason, any problem inside the
mouth is not neglected at all. A doctor should be consulted immediately. If the
sore persists for two weeks or more after treatment, a biopsy or meat tissue
examination should be done on the doctor's advice.
Experts say - women need special awareness about mouth
sores. Be careful about hygiene. In addition to brushing twice a day, floss at
least once a day and gargle with warm salt water.
Eat a nutritious balanced diet. Eat plenty of fresh
fruits and vegetables. Get your teeth checked by a dentist at least once a
year.
Even with so much awareness to lead a healthy life, don't
neglect to get checked by the doctor once in a while.
