Re: I cant believe it...Toothpaste may have caused my case!

The active ingredient in your toothpaste was sodium fluoride, which is a common cause of irritation. It also has sodium lauryl sulfate and all these other ingredients:

sorbitol, hydrated silica, disodium pyrophosphate, flavor, sodium hydroxide, alcohol (0.7%), xanthan gum, sodium saccharin, glycerin, carbomer, cellulose gum, polysorbate 80, sodium benzoate, cetylpyridinium chloride, benzoic acid , titanium dioxide, blue 1

When dealing with a toothpaste allergy here are the most common causes:
Toothpaste flavoring. The most common being cinnamon, mint, spearmint, menthol, carvone, and peppermint.
Cocamidopropyl betaine. This is a synthetic surfactant used as a foaming agent in toothpaste which helps in cleaning and removing germs from your teeth.
Propylene glycol. This is a derivative of natural gas that is used to help the toothpaste keep its consistency and form as well as act as a preservative.
Essential oils. These are used for their smell and as an antibacterial. They are extracted from plants, animals, or manufactured. The most common essential oil allergen is tea tree oil. Other common essential oil allergens are: ylang yang, compositae mix, propois, and colophony.
Parabens. This is used for preservation and increases the toothpastes antibacterial properties.
Propolis. Is a plant product collected and obtained from bees that promotes a healthy, feeling mouth decreasing oral inflammation and bacteria.
Fluoride. Prevents tooth decay.
Sodium lauryl sulfate. This is a foaming agent that aids in removing bacteria and debris from the teeth as well as helping rinse the teeth.

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