| ID | 32 |
|---|---|
| Name | Allergic Stomatitis |
| Cause | An allergic reaction to chemicals in toothpaste, dentures, food stuffs and many drugs specially antibiotics can cause stomatitis. Skin diseases such as lichen planus, pemphigus and erythema multiforme sometime involve the mouth before being seen on the skin. |
| Signs Symptoms | The most common causes are: trauma from ill-fitting dentures or braces, biting the inside of the cheek, tongue, or lip, and surgery. chemotherapy treatment for cancer. viral infection, such as herpes. |
| Diagnosis | Stomatitis can be diagnosed through a thorough physical examination by a clinician. They may take note of the severity of pain and presence of triggers, such as specific foods, toothpaste, or drug |
| Investigations | Stomatitis can be diagnosed through a thorough physical examination by a clinician. They may take note of the severity of pain and presence of triggers, such as specific foods, toothpaste, or drugs. |
| Management | ADVISE Drink more water. Rinse with salt water. Practice proper dental care. Apply a topical anesthetic such as lidocaine or xylocaine to the ulcer (not recommended for children under ). |
| Introduction | Stomatitis is a sore or inflammation inside of the mouth. The sore can be in the cheeks, gums, inside of the lips, or on the tongue. The two main forms of stomatitis are herpes stomatitis, also known as a cold sore, and aphthous stomatitis, also known as a canker sore. |
| History | |
| Etiology | The causes of stomatitis depend on the specific subtype. Herpes stomatitis is commonly caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), whereas aphthous stomatitis is typically caused by poor oral hygiene or trauma to mucous membranes. |
| Clinical Features | The signs and symptoms of stomatitis include red patches, blisters, and swelling of the mouth. These symptoms may be accompanied by oral dysaesthesia, which is a burning sensation in the mouth, and recurring ulcers |
| Preventions | The best way to prevent oral stomatitis is to practice excellent oral hygiene. Brush your teeth and gums at least twice a day and swish with an antimicrobial mouthwash. You should also avoid smoking, as it can increase your risk for oral infections |
| Treatment | An allergic reaction to chemicals in toothpaste, dentures, food stuffs and many drugs specially antibiotics can cause stomatitis. Skin diseases such as lichen planus, pemphigus and erythema multiforme sometime involve the mouth before being seen on the skin. |
| Complications | Meningoencephalitis, recurrent skin and mouth infections, dissemination of the infection, and teeth loss are a few known complications of stomatitis |
| Prognosis | In minor cases, which are the most usual, the ulcers heal within 4-14 days. In more severe cases, which account for about 1 in 10 of all cases of stomatitis, the sores can last up to 6 weeks. |
| Types | The two main types of stomatitis include herpes stomatitis (i.e., cold sore) and aphthous stomatitis (i.e., canker sore |
| Classification | READ TYPES |
| Observation | |
| Pathology | Gastrointestinal pathology in these patients includes nodular lymphoid hyperplasia, inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis, ulcerative proctitis, or Crohn's disease), sprue-like illness with flat villi, chronic giardiasis and nonspecific malabsorption |
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