What causes consistent mouth ulcers How do you get rid of them

I have gotten consistent mouth ulcers now for about 7 to 8 years, i have tried everything to rid myself of them and they will go away for a little bit and then come back again... what causes them and does anyone have any other methods of getting rid of them?

Many different things cause mouth ulcers. Smoking, sucking on things lollipops and such, gingivitis, poor oral hygiene, Dryness and of course HSV 1 Herpes Simplex Virus. HSV 2 is the same thing but a different area. If it is HSV well you have what the medical field calls a Hallmark STD. It's the gift that keeps on giving. It's usually non-fatal and could be caused from kissing someone years ago who was an active carrier. There really is no cure. They are anti-viral medications that will lessen the time it takes it disappear so you can't pass it on. I would consult with a Dr and get a blood test for HSV to see if it really is that. The blood test will detect the HSV antibodies in your blood stream if you were exposed to the HSV antigen. If the levels are very high then it's considered a positive result and your doctor will prescribe you an anti-viral. Stress is usually the trigger because it has something to due with your nerve system. If you are having lots of stress in your life and you notice a correlation to the frequency of the out break chances are it's HSV. Instead of a doctor a dentist could probably diagnose the problem and it's a little cheaper than a doctor.