Your last meal is usually to blame if there’s a bad taste lingering in your mouth — but it could also be a sign you’re sick.

The coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 can infect cells in the mouth, which may spur the virus's spread both in the body and to other people, according to a preliminary study. The researchers went on to sample ...

Recent infection with monkeypox virus can initially present with very few pronounced clinical symptoms and lacking signs of infection, and only few skin vesicles may be visible. Stefan Schlabe and ...

The coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 can infect cells in the mouth, which may spur the virus's spread both in the body and to other people, according to a preliminary study. The researchers went on to sample ...

Good oral hygiene and regular dental care are the most important ways to reduce risk of a heart infection called infective endocarditis caused by bacteria in the mouth. There are four categories of ...

There are numerous possible causes of red bumps or red spots on the roof of the mouth. Common causes include irritation from foods, dentures, or a mouth or throat infection. Red spots on the roof of ...

The viral transmission underlying the current COVID-19 pandemic has been a matter of intense investigation. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), severe acute respiratory syndrome ...

Tiny flies can transform minor mouth sores into a serious condition known as oral myiasis. This rare occurrence begins when flies lay eggs in open wounds, leading to larvae feeding on damaged tissue.

Caring for a cut in your mouth can involve stopping the bleeding, preventing infection, and reducing pain and swelling. Some wounds may need medical care. It’s very easy to get a cut in your mouth.

Unfortunately, nearly every woman is familiar with yeast infections, including the telltale itching and dread that goes along with them. What you may not know is that don't just occur below the ...