Why am I having pain on the left side of my mouth?
Patient: The left half of the roof of my mouth is very sore -- almost like I burned with hot food (only I didn't); there are painful red bumps on my gums and even on the outside & left side of my nose. It's only on one side of my mouth and one side of my nose -- but they are quite painful. Doctor: thanks for your query, the feature you are presenting looks like herpes zoster virus infection or it can be herpes simplex virus infection..consult your oral physician and get it examined immediately and treated..you can take topical analgesics and anesthetics.. after confirming the diagnosis you can start with antiviral drugs..i hope my answer will help you..take care..