I have increasingly been getting canker sores for the past 6 months. Outbreaks only give me one week of rest in between often lasting anywhere from 3-5 weeks at a time. Outbreaks vary in diameter and number. The sores are located solely on the INSIDE of my lower lip, gums, and tongue.
Other possible symptoms (related or not): frequent bowel movements, loss of appetite, decreased sex drive
I have been to several doctors. Done several labs, blood tests.
I have been prescribed the following: Prilosec, Valtrex, and B12 (sub-lingually and interveineous)
Remedially I have tried: salt water, baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, lysine, Canker Covers,milk of magnesia, low acid diet, SLS Sodium Lauryl Sulfate free toothpaste.
I do have a B12 deficiency.
I am a college student. 18 years old. High-stress, low sleep.
However, even on breaks with a minimal workload and sufficient sleep, there is no lapse in outbreaks.
My sister has an autoimmune disease (JRA).
I also wear orthodontic retainers at night that cause irritation.
Conditions I am considering: Celiac Disease, Crohn's disease, gluten allergy
I am really sick of this, I can't eat, talk, breath, brush my teeth, etc.
Please help.