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Dental Health (Expert Forum)
Purple roof / oral ulcers
Answered by
Jerome Bogin, D.D.S. - Dental
Questions in the Dental Health forum are answered by Dr. Jerome Tsang and Dr. Jerome Bogin. Topics covered include bridges, cavities, crowns, and x-rays.
Purple roof / oral ulcers
by Mari_1, Jan 22, 2008 12:00AM
Hello, for the past two years, I constantly have oral ulcers through out my mouth. (which are extremely painful). I've gone to the doctors and they've told me it is genetic, and that I would have to live/deal with the pain.
Although, I've also noticed the roof of my mouth is purple. Which, I do not have any pain, although it bothers me knowing it's not the normal coloring.
Since, I've received no re assurance from my doctor - I would like to see if someone out there can help me. This is also accompanied with a chronic cough.
Hopefully, someone can relate and share their thoughts.
Mari (Corona, CA)
Although, I've also noticed the roof of my mouth is purple. Which, I do not have any pain, although it bothers me knowing it's not the normal coloring.
Since, I've received no re assurance from my doctor - I would like to see if someone out there can help me. This is also accompanied with a chronic cough.
Hopefully, someone can relate and share their thoughts.
Mari (Corona, CA)
Doctor's Answer
by Jerome Bogin, D.D.S. , Jan 22, 2008 12:00AM
, Jan 22, 2008 12:00AM
I would be curious to know if the doctor has given a name to these ulcers.Canker sores? There is a steriod ointment Kenalog in orabase which is very effective in reducing the discomfort. It does not cure the lesion but certainly makes it bearable. It is a prescription item.An opinion from an oral pathologist would be a good idea. These doctors can be located in teaching hospitals and dental schools.
