Ulcers

[nivana]

Does anyone have a recommended medication for ulcers? My doctor prescribed Daktarin, but the info in the packet said not to take it if you are on blood thinners, which I am, so that is a no go!

[Mwalimu]

You don't say where it/they are. It might be a good idea to talk to your haem. if you are on HU. They can be caused by it. Sallie

[nivana in reply to Mwalimu]

Thanks, they are in the mouth and I have just spoken to my haemo team. They have said it will be ok to take the daktarin and see how I get on with it. Best wishes

[Aneliv9 in reply to nivana]

I had the same problem, i was keeping having ulcers for 4 months!!! 3 at each time continually.

I took homeopathic Borax and that was the end! I didn't get even one since then.

[nivana in reply to Aneliv9]

Thanks, I will try that. I would prefer to take something natural rather than all these drugs. Kind regards.

[Pte82 in reply to nivana]

nivana, in addition to Borax check out the relationship between mouth ulcers and gut bacteria imbalance caused by drugs or poor diet. A lot of gut issues make themselves known with oral or skin inflammation.

[Pte82 in reply to Aneliv9]

Aneliv9, since you've had a good experience with Borax you'll appreciate searching on "nothing boring about boron"

[hunter5582]

PerioSciences AOProvantage gel is very helpful in managing oral ulcers. If the ulcers persist, be aware this is a sign of HU toxicity. Be sure to monitor for signs of oral carcinoma as well (just a precaution as HU can cause this too). When I was on HU I got ulcers, followed by thrush and then leukoplakia.

If signs of toxicity persist, you can consider a switch to another medication. I turned out to be HU-intolerant in that toxicity persisted even at very low doses. Hope you get it all sorted out soon.