The first symptom is usually a tingling or burning sensation that you feel before other symptoms develop. The following symptoms may then occur:
Painful, red spot or bump that develops into an open ulcer Center is colored white or yellow Usually small (under 1 cm) but occasionally larger Single bump or group of bumps (crops) Sore may turn gray just before starting to heal
Less common symptoms include:
Fever General discomfort or uneasiness (malaise) Swollen lymph nodes
Pain decreases in 7 to 10 days, with complete healing in 1 to 3 weeks. Particularly large ulcers (greater than 1 cm in diameter) often take longer to heal (2 to 4 weeks). Occasionally, a severe occurrence may be accompanied by nonspecific symptoms of illness, such as fever. Canker sores often return.
What are the symptoms of Aphthous ulcer ?
The first symptom is usually a tingling or burning sensation that you feel before other symptoms develop. The following symptoms may then occur:
Painful, red spot or bump that develops into an open ulcer Center is colored white or yellow Usually small (under 1 cm) but occasionally larger Single bump or group of bumps (crops) Sore may turn gray just before starting to heal
Less common symptoms include:
Fever General discomfort or uneasiness (malaise) Swollen lymph nodes
Pain decreases in 7 to 10 days, with complete healing in 1 to 3 weeks. Particularly large ulcers (greater than 1 cm in diameter) often take longer to heal (2 to 4 weeks). Occasionally, a severe occurrence may be accompanied by nonspecific symptoms of illness, such as fever. Canker sores often return.