Aphthous stomatitis
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aphthous ulcer, canker sore, Sutton disease II
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Scope Note
recurrent disease of the oral mucosa of unknown etiology, characterized by small white ulcerative lesions lasting 7 to 14 days.
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- Home Aphthous Stomatitis Aphthous Stomatitis Programs that treat this condition Periodontics Pediatric Dentistry What is aphthous stomatitis? Aphthous stomatitis is an illness that causes small ulcers to appear in the mouth, usually inside the lips, on the cheeks, or on the tongue.
- Commonly presenting around puberty, major aphthous stomatitis is present throughout the patient's adult life.
- This manifestation of aphthous stomatitis is rare.
- A fluorescent antibody and culture for herpes simplex virus are negative and the diagnosis of aphthous stomatitis is made.
- From the NIH: Aphthous stomatitis is linked to mechanical injuries, iron and vitamin deficiencies, and certain HLA types.
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