Question 1

is aphthous stomatitis painful?

Accepted Answer

Stomatitis: Yes. It can be exquisitely painful.

Question 2

what are the tests for aphthous stomatitis?

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None specific: Normally there are no associated problems, however it amy be associated with food sensitivity, herpes simplex, or reflux. Stress is a factor in some individuals. A food diary can be helpful in pointing to certain foods, however if you eat wheat every day, blood tests amy identify a gluten sensitivity.

Question 3

do lots of people get aphthous stomatitis, or is it unusual?

Accepted Answer

Canker sores?: Aphthous stomatitis involving the common canker sore can occur in up to 15% of americans, and may involve some bacteria like staph epidermidis.  However, similar-appearing aphthous ulcers can be seen with herpes, crohn's disease, and other systemic disorders,  if you have multiple aphthous ulcers or frequently recurring ones please have the lesions checked out.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: aphthous stomatitis?

Accepted Answer

Aphthous ulcer: Are small, benign but painful ulcers of the mouth and throat. They generally resolve on their own in 10-14 days. There are various over the counter remedies that help control the pain.

Question 5

what is the reason for recurrent aphthous stomatitis?

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Canker sores: The cause of aphthous stomatitis or canker sores is not known. It is a common disorder and is frequently recurrent. It can also run in some families implying some genetic factor. Recurrence has been tied to lack of sleep, stress, citrus fruits, trauma from things such as coarse toothbrush bristles, abrasive food like chips, etc. No clear treatment seems to be uniformly affective.

Question 6

is recurrent aphthous stomatitis related to fibromyalgia?

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Possibly: Both conditions can be auto-immune reactions.

Question 7

are there some genetic reasons i get aphthous stomatitis off and on?

Accepted Answer

Probably not, but...: If the reason for your aphthous ulcers are canker sores, then you may have acquired the infectious agent that causes the sores from a family member, but genetic predisposition is unlikely.  However, if your aphthous ulcers are secondary to crohn's disease, then the answer is maybe.  About 15% of close relatives of crohn's patients carry genes that predispose for this inflammatory bowel disease.

Question 8

i know its not a big deal but from a weak i ate fried fish and now i have about 3 aphthous stomatitis and i can barely eat becouse of it, what should i do

Accepted Answer

Aphthous ulcers: It is a big deal. You are in pain, and you are only a phone call away from feeling g better. Call your Den test (an d if you don't have one, find one) and ask for help. And whether it's a day, a week, or longer, fried fish do not cause aphthous ulcers, ion that's what you truly have. Rather than trying to self diagnose, see a Dentist with over n10,000 hours of training and years of experience.

Question 9

does aphthasol (amlexanox) (rx) for canker sores (aphthous stomatitis) work?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The medication has two function: anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic. Remember that canker sores (aphthous ulcers) are different from herpes ulcers (cold sores). There are many triggers, and they are divided into minor and major. Symptomatic relief is usually all that can be provided -- and avoiding things that trigger the  aphthae.

Question 10

should i see a specialist for aphthous stomatitis, or can my regular doctor take care of it?

Accepted Answer

Apthous stomatitis: Aphthous stomatitis (or canker sores) are a very common problem, and rarely needs to be seen by a specialist. Any good family physician or internist should be able to manage it fine. The real problem, however, is that there is no really good treatment for this condition, but there are lots of things you can try.

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