About this Video
- Video Title: Canker Sores
- Channel: wellnowdoctor
- Speakers: Dr. Ken Landau
- Duration: 00:22:13
Introduction
This video provides a comprehensive overview of canker sores (aphthous stomatitis), a common, non-infectious condition affecting a significant portion of the population. Dr. Ken Landau discusses the causes, symptoms, classification, and treatment options for canker sores.
Key Takeaways
- Canker sores are extraordinarily common, affecting 20-25% of the general population, with higher prevalence in children and Caucasians.
- They are not contagious or sexually transmitted. The cause is multifaceted, potentially involving bacteria, allergies, systemic issues, immune problems, genetics, nutritional factors, or drug reactions.
- Treatment focuses on pain reduction, healing promotion, and recurrence frequency decrease. There's no known cure.
- Canker sores are classified as minor, major, or herpetiform, with variations in size, location, duration, and frequency of recurrence. Minor sores are most common.
- Various factors influence canker sore development, including trauma, allergies (though not definitively proven), bacteria (no specific bacteria identified), stress, and hormonal changes. While nutritional deficiencies are suggested, there's no conclusive evidence linking them to canker sores.
