sodium lauryl sulfate?

Along with the joint pains one of my first symptoms of FM was also severe gum pains and reoccuring mouth sores (canker sores.) I had them at bay for a while (I avoid anything too tart, pineapples, I water down cranberry juice etc.) But recently I have had such a severe bout with the mouth sores, which seem to then bring about this awful pain in my gums and teeth, I cannot get rid of. I even switched to Toms "all natural" toothpaste and gave up on mouthwash. [I have also visited dentist twice, and even when I am in severe pain he looks in my mouth and says all looks fine!! So is not periodontal disease.]

So recently I came across a lot of info on: sodium lauryl sulfate, an how it is know to causes canker sores and skin irritations, as is found in most toothpastes, shampoos, face washes etc. Apparently is a cheap foaming agent. I have also had sores on my scalp, so this would explain those too!

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Has anyone else had experiences like this and worked to avoid sodium lauryl sulfate? I am wondering if this is a flare up, or if I will need to avoid this SLS on a more long term basis? :(

sodium lauryl sulfate -- inexpensive and irritating for senstive skin/bodies

Its cousin, sodium laureth sulfate, apparently is much preferred both in shampoos and cleansers. Sodium laureth sulfate is more expensive, so some companies stick with the cheaper sodium lauryl sulfate.

Please remember to consult your physician before trying anything new. I am not a doctor and no information should be considered medical advice. Any information provided should not be used to take the place of advice from your personal physician or other professional. Links to other sites are provided for ease of research. Information on those sites is the opinion of those who publish the sites and is NOT necessarily that of FibroChick. I offer what I can as help. I believe in educating myself on all my medical issues and being my own advocate, for no one else will do that on my behalf. I recommend we all do the same!