If you notice a painful bump on the roof of your mouth, it could be an abscess—an infection that forms when bacteria invade ...

Discover why the roof of your mouth hurts, from burns to sores, and injuries, and when to see a dentist about roof of mouth pain. If you’ve ever sucked on a sour candy for too long or taken a sip of ...

Some common causes of mouth infections can include oral thrush, herpes, and gingivitis. Treatment depends on the underlying cause but can include antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals. Mouth ...

Mouth infections represent one of the most widespread health concerns affecting people of all ages, yet many individuals remain unaware of the various types and effective treatment options available.

No parent ever wants to see their child hurting. Whether it's mild symptoms like a runny nose or light cough or more severe ones such as difficulty breathing, nausea, or a worrisome temperature, moms ...

A rash inside the mouth may be the newest symptom of SARS-CoV-2 infection, according to a research letter published online July 15 in JAMA Dermatology. The mucocutaneous lesions appeared in patients ...

Erythema multiforme is an immune-mediated skin condition that may develop inside the mouth. Oral symptoms can include lesions on the lips and blisters and erosions on the gums and palate. Various ...

Here’s what to know about symptoms and treatment of the infection. By Simar Bajaj Every summer and into early fall, hand, foot and mouth disease makes the rounds in schools, playgrounds and day cares.

Biofilms can lie quietly for years without symptoms. But a viral infection or other stressor can “wake up” the bacteria, ...