Mouth Ulcers: Symptoms

What other symptoms might occur with mouth ulcers?

Mouth ulcers may accompany other symptoms, which vary depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition. Symptoms that frequently affect the mouth may also involve other body systems.

Symptoms that may occur along with mouth ulcers

Mouth ulcers may accompany other symptoms associated with an infection including:

• Cracks in the corners of the mouth
   
• Dry mouth
   
• Fever
   
• Loss of appetite
   
• Malaise or lethargy
   
• Pus or white patches covering the tonsils or throat
   
• Skin rash
   
• Sore throat
   
• Swollen lymph nodes

Other symptoms that may occur along with mouth ulcers

Mouth ulcers may accompany symptoms related to other body systems including:

• Abdominal pain
   
• Bleeding
   
• Confusion
   
• Depression
   
• Diarrhea
   
• Mouth soreness or swelling
   
• Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet
   
• Reduced appetite and weight loss
   
• Stomach ulcers
   
• Tongue soreness
   
• Weakness

Serious symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition

In some cases, mouth ulcers may be a symptom of a life-threatening condition that should be evaluated immediately in an emergency setting. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have any of these life-threatening symptoms including:

• Difficulty swallowing or breathing
   
• High fever (higher than 101 degrees Fahrenheit)
   
• Trouble thinking clearly