Licorice extract in drops, sage tea or bee honey are some of the homemade and natural options available to treat thrush caused by foot-and-mouth disease.
Foot-and-mouth stomatitis is a disease that causes thrush or painful ulcers in the mouth, which have a round or oval shape and can in more severe cases even make it difficult to eat or drink. In most cases these canker sores cause a lot of pain and discomfort, disappearing after 10 or 14 days. However, its healing process can be accelerated, using natural remedies such as:
1. Licorice Drops
Licorice extract when applied directly to canker sores helps to heal and heal, as it has anti-inflammatory and healing properties.
Directions for use: drip 3 or 4 drops directly into the cold sore or add 15-30 drops in warm water and rinse for a few seconds. Treatment should be repeated 2 to 3 times a day.
2. Sage tea
Salva leaves have disinfectant properties, destroying viruses and bacteria, as well as anti-inflammatory properties.
How to Use: the sage can be used in the form of drops that must be applied directly on the cold sore, or in the form of tea for gargling. This tea can be prepared with 50 g of dried Sage leaves and 1 L of boiling water, it is recommended to gargle and rinse your mouth 3 times a day.
3. Sea salt
Sea salt is another excellent option that when used for rinsing helps to reduce inflammation and irritation caused by thrush. In addition, it is a great natural disinfectant for the mouth.
Instructions for use: add 2 tablespoons of salt in half a glass of warm water, rinsing your mouth several times a day or whenever you feel necessary.
4. Propolis Extract
Propolis Extract for having a healing, anti-inflammatory and bactericidal action can be used to treat, disinfect and heal thrush. In addition, this remedy has a potent regenerating effect on the skin, helping tissue recovery.
Instructions for use: apply 1 or 2 drops on the cold sore or wound to be treated, 4 to 5 times a day.
5. Bee honey
Bee honey when applied locally is also an excellent option to treat canker sores caused by foot-and-mouth disease, as it is a powerful antiseptic, helping to soften and moisturize the skin, which relieves discomfort.
Instructions for use: apply a small amount directly on the cold sore, repeating this application several times a day whenever you feel discomfort or feel necessary.
In addition, in combination with honey, dried cloves that can be sucked throughout the day can also be used to fight germs and help in the healing of thrush and wounds.
See other tips that also help with treatment in 5 tips for canker sores.
