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==Clinical Features== | ==Clinical Features== | ||
[[File:Aphthous stomatitis.jpg|thumbnail|Apthous ulcer of lip]] | |||
*Involves the nonkeratinized epithelium (especially labial and buccal mucosa) | *Involves the nonkeratinized epithelium (especially labial and buccal mucosa) | ||
*Begins as erythematous macule that ulcerates and forms a central fibropurulent eschar | *Begins as erythematous macule that ulcerates and forms a central fibropurulent eschar | ||
Revision as of 12:45, 31 October 2014
Background
- Affects 20% of the normal population
- Unclear etiology
- Resolve spontaneously in 10-14d
Clinical Features
- Involves the nonkeratinized epithelium (especially labial and buccal mucosa)
- Begins as erythematous macule that ulcerates and forms a central fibropurulent eschar
- Lesions measure from 2-3mm to several cm in diameter
Treatment
- Topical corticosteroids
- Betamethasone syrup OR
- Dexamethasone 0.01% elixir as mouth rinse OR
- Fluocinonide 0.05% gel applied topically to isolated lesions
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli