Stomatitis Flashcards
1
Q
What causes Stomatitis?
A
- Trauma, pathogens, irritants
- Renal, liver, and hematologic disease
- Side effect of chemotherapy and radiation
2
Q
What is Stomatitis?
A
Inflammation of the mouth
3
Q
Manifestation of Stomatitis?
A
Excessive salivation, halitosis, sore mouth
4
Q
Treatment of Stomatitis?
A
- Removal or treatment of cause
- Oral hygiene with soothing solutions
- Soft bland diet
- Nystatin
- Keep mouth wet
- Non-acidic foods
- Mouth wash that doesn’t have alcohol
