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Can You Get Herpes Inside The Mouth?
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Mouth sores usually go away in 10 to 14 days, even if you don't do anything. They sometimes last up to 6 weeks. The following steps can make you feel better:
- Avoid hot beverages and foods, spicy and salty foods, and citrus.
- Gargle with cool water or eat popsicles. This is helpful if you have a mouth burn.
- Take pain relievers like acetaminophen.
For canker sores:
- Rinse with salt water.
- Apply a thin paste of baking...
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