Stress
Canker sores are often linked to stress, both physical and emotional. Physical stress can occur due to illness, surgery, or injury. Likewise, life changes or stressful events can cause emotional stress. In either case, reducing stress can help prevent canker sores from developing or reduce the frequency and severity of outbreaks.
Some say they do not experience any stress when their canker sores develop, but they often appear several days after a stressful life event or situation. The delay is likely because it takes time for stress to weaken the immune system. Therefore, it is crucial to implement effective stress management and anxiety reduction strategies to help prevent canker sores from appearing and ensure the speedy healing of existing ones.
