A sore on the side of the tongue can develop for various reasons, including canker sores, cold sores, or a minor injury. Less commonly, a sore on the tongue may be a sign of cancer. In some cases, ...

A canker sore in the throat can be painful. However, home remedies, such as sucking an ice cube or using a saltwater gargle, may provide relief. Also known as mouth ulcers or aphthous ulcers, canker ...

There may be another addition to the growing list of strange possible symptoms of the new coronavirus: “COVID tongue.” A British researcher who is helping to track COVID-19 warning signs is reporting ...

WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians across the Midstate are seeing strep throat and a stomach bug this week. UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics is seeing increases in cases of hand, foot and ...

Low humidity levels, often experienced during winter heating or summer air conditioning, can strip moisture from your throat ...

In the fall of 2020, Katie Drablos noticed a canker sore on the back of her tongue that wouldn’t go away. As the pain increased, she visited urgent care, wondering if it was a COVID-19 symptom. It ...

A sore throat, loss of taste, and a burning tongue are telltale signs something is wrong. But the culprit might surprise you. These symptoms can be caused by candidiasis of the mouth—also known as ...

Human papillomavirus (HPV), often transmitted through oral sex, is now emerging as a major cause of throat cancer worldwide. Experts explain why HPV-related cancers are rising, how the virus spreads, ...

Canker sores are inflamed spots in your mouth that cause pain and typically heal within a couple of weeks. Oral cancer may cause raised spots or patches in your mouth that worsen over time. Share on ...

It’s not uncommon to experience a scratchy, irritated, sore throat after going to the dentist. While there are numerous potential causes, most cases resolve on their own. A sore throat may be related ...