33. Aphthous stomatitis. Flashcards
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Aphthous stomatitis Definition
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- Aka Aphthous ulcers
- Common disease of oral mucosa
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Etiology of Aphthous stomatitis
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- Unknown
- Impaired cell-mediated immune response
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Clinical features of Aphthous stomatitis
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- 3 types-minor(common, small painful round ulcers), major(Deep painful ulcers) and herpetiform(multiple shallow ulcers) types
- Located- non keratinised movable mucosa-tongue, buccal mucosa, soft palate and lips
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Clinical diagnosis of Aphthous stomatitis
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History and clinical features
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Laboratory tests of Aphthous stomatitis
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No specific tests
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Differential diagnosis of Aphthous stomatitis
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- Traumatic ulcer
- Herpes simplex
- Herpangina
- Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD)
