Symptom 7: Fever or Chills
It might sound a bit excessive to link mouth ulcers with symptoms like fever or chills, but it’s not as far-fetched as one might think. When the body is dealing with any infection or inflammation, fever can be a natural response. It’s the body’s way of trying to kill off the invading pathogens by raising the body temperature.
Similarly, chills can be a precursor or accompaniment to a fever. They represent the body’s attempt to generate heat, leading to those characteristic shivering spells. If someone with mouth ulcers experiences fever or chills, it’s a clear indication that the body is reacting quite strongly to the ulcers. It’s signaling that this isn’t a mere surface-level problem but something warranting attention.
However, it’s also essential to consider other potential causes for the fever or chills. Mouth ulcers might just be a coincidental finding. Nevertheless, if these symptoms are recurrent and consistently associated with the appearance of ulcers, there’s likely a connection. (7)
