MOUTH ULCER- APHTHOUS ULCER/APHTOUS STOMATITIS
Small, painful, round/oval/irregular ulcerations of mucosal lining inside the mouth( Base of gums, Edges of the tongue). Irrespective of age everyone will experience the same at least once in their lifetime. Major concerns are its nonhealing nature and recurrence within a short period.
Causes are of two types
1. Common and Easily manageable causes
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Direct contact – Toothbrush, Bite, Food
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Infections – bacterial, fungal
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Multivitamin deficiency
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Allergic response
2. Common and needs long term medications
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Celiac disease
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IBS
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Diabetes Mellitus
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Inflammatory diseases( rheumatoid arthritis, SLE..)
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HIV( Immunocompromised infections)
Types of aphthous ulcers
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Minor – oval/round,5mm-10mm, heal within 2 weeks without scarring
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Major – larger, irregular heals with long duration and scarring
When to see your doctor
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Lumpy ulcers, more than three weeks older, severe pain, painless, new ulcers prior to healing, More in number, fever/diarrhea, ulcers extending to the outer side of lips.
*IF ANYONE OF THE ABOVE
VAIDHYAMANA SPECIFIC AYURVEDA SOLUTIONS
1. Localized management and systemic medications – Our specialty treatment is managing the root cause of your ailment, ulcer specific localized management will give immediate relief from all symptoms. our systemic medicines consist of pills, honey base, and medicated ghee base preparations.
2. Diagnosis is our unique part and our experts are the best.
Pesticide-free medications and authentic formulations from age-old literature will ensure zero side effects.
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