What is the cause of recurrent oral ulcer?
1. Lack of trace elements
The deficiency of trace elements such as zinc, iron, folic acid and vitamin B 12 caused by picky eaters will reduce the immune function of the body and increase the possibility of recurrent oral ulcers.
2. Systemic diseases
Some diseases are also one of the causes of recurrent oral ulcers, such as gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, chronic or persistent hepatitis, colitis, anemia, dyspepsia, diarrhea, constipation, irregular menstruation, fever and so on.
3. Low immune function
Oral ulcers are more likely to occur when general immunity is reduced. For example, premenstrual period and menstrual period of women are mainly caused by the increase of progesterone level and the decrease of estrogen level in the body. There are also patients who are malnourished and easy to catch a cold, etc., and recurrent oral ulcers can occur.
4. Infection
Oral Ulcer Recurrent oral ulcers also depend on the infection of viruses and fungi. The onset of such oral ulcers is mainly caused by infection. If the source of infection is not effectively controlled, it will lead to recurrent oral ulcers.
5. Tooth malocclusion
Recurrent oral ulcers are the cause of malocclusion. If you add too much oral fat, your teeth will often bite into your mouth. After a long time, it will lead to whitening and damage of the worn parts. It is suggested that patients should correct their teeth position as soon as possible to avoid recurrent oral ulcers.
6. Mental factors
Recurrent oral ulcers are caused by mental factors. Such as some emotional fluctuations, neurological disorders, etc., will lead to oral ulcers. In addition, if both parents suffer from recurrent oral ulcers, the prevalence rate of children is about 80%~90%. However, if one parent has this disease, the prevalence rate of children is about 50%~60%.