Inflammation of the mucous lining of any of the structures in the mouth, which may involve ?Page tools the cheeks, gums, tongue, lips, and roof or floorof the mouth. The word "stomatitis" literally means inflammation of the mouth. The inflammation can be caused by conditions in the mou thitself, such as poor oral Print Feedb hygiene, poorly fitted dentures, or from mouth burns from hot food or drinks, or by condition er ack s that affect the entirebody, such as medications, allergic reactions, or infections. frien Add dly definit Description Cite ion / link
Stomatitis is an inflammation of the lining of any of the soft- tissue structures of the mouth. Stomatitis is usually a painful condition,associated with redne This site: ss, swelling, and occasional bleeding from the affected area. Bad breath (halitosis) may also accompany thecondition. Stomatitis affects all age groups, from t he infant to the elderly. Follow: Join theWord oftheDayMailing List Share: Causes and symptoms Advertisement (Bad banner? Please let us A number of factors can cause stomatitis; it is a fairly common problem in the general adult know Remove Ads population in North America. Poorly fitted oralappliances, cheek biting, or jagged teeth can persistently irritate the oral structures. Chronic mouth breathing due to plugged nasal airways ?My can cause dryness of the mouth tissues, which in turn leads to irritation. Drinking beverages t bookmarks hat are too hot can burn the mouth, leading toirritation and pain. Diseases, such as herpetic in fections (the common cold sore), gonorrhea, measles, leukemia, AIDS, and lack of vitaminC can present with oral s Please log igns. Other systemic diseases associated with stomatitis include inflammatory bowel disease in or register t (IBD) and Behçet'ssyndrome, an inflammatory multisystem disorder of unknown cause. o use Aphthous stomatitis, also known as recurrent aphthous ulcers (RAU) or canker bookmarks. sores, is a specific type of stomatitis that presents withshallow, painful ulcers that are usually You can also located on the lips, cheeks, gums, or roof or floor of the mouth. These ulcers can range from log in with pinpointsize to up to 1 in (2.5 cm) or more in diameter. Though the causes of canker sores ar Facebook, e unknown, nutritional deficiencies, especially ofvitamin B12, folate, or iron is suspected. Ge Google, neralized or contact stomatitis can result from excessive use of alcohol, spices, hot food, orto Twitter, or bacco products. Sensitivity to mouthwashes, toothpastes, and lipstick can irritate the lining of Yahoo. the mouth. Exposure to heavy metals, suchas mercury, lead, or bismuth can cause stomatitis. Thrush, a fungal infection, is a type of stomatitis. Download our Diagnosis popular mobile applications for Diagnosis of stomatitis can be difficult. A patient's history may disclose a dietary deficiency, Android or a systemic disease, or contact with materialscausing an allergic reaction. A physical iPhone/iPad. It's examination is done to evaluate the oral lesions and other skin problems. Blood tests may be Free! doneto determine if any infection is present. Scrapings of the lining of the mouth may be sent to the laboratory for microscopic evaluation, orcultures of the mouth may be done to determ ?Charity ine if an infectious agent may be the cause of the problem.
Treatment The treatment of stomatitis is based on the problem causing it. Local cleansing and good oral hygiene are fundamental. Sharp- edged foodssuch as peanuts, tacos, and potato chips should be avoided. A soft- Feed your bristled toothbrush should be used, and the teeth and gums should bebrushed carefully; the p brain, feed a atient should avoid banging the toothbrush into the gums. Local factors, such as ill- hungry child fitting dental appliances or sharpteeth, can be corrected by a dentist. An infectious cause can usually be treated with medication. Systemic problems, such as AIDS,leukemia, and anemia are treated by the appropriate medical specialist. Minor mouth burns from hot beverages or h Usage samples from TheFreeLibrary.com ot foods will usuallyresolve on their own in a week or so. Chronic problems with aphthous st omatitis are treated by first correcting any vitamin B12, iron, or folatedeficiencies. If those th erapies are unsuccessful, medication can be prescribed which can be applied to each aphthou The syndrome is called periodic fever associated with s ulcer with a cotton- aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis and cervical adenitis tipped applicator. This therapy is successful with a limited number of patients. More recently -- or PFAPA -- and is characterized by monthly flare- , low- ups of fever, accompanied by sore throat, swollen power treatment with a carbon dioxidelaser has been found to relieve the discomfort of recur glands and mouth lesions. rent aphthae. Major outbreaks of aphthous stomatitis can be treated with tetracyclineantibioti cs or corticosteroids. Valacyclovir has been shown to be effective in treating stomatitis cause d by herpesviruses. NIH researchers identify cause and new treatment for Patients may also be given topical anesthetics (usually a 2% lidocaine gel) to relieve pain an common recurrent ... by National Institutes of Health: d a protective paste (Orabase) or a coatingagent like Kaopectate to protect eroded areas from News and Events further irritation from dentures, braces, or teeth. Wet mounts were necessary to detect 72 gallinae Alternative treatment infections in house finches because classical clinical Alternate treatment of stomatitis mainly involves prevention of the problem. Patients with su presentation, such as caseous stomatitisor ingluvitis, ch dental appliances as dentures should visittheir dentist on a regular basis. Patients with syst occurred in <25% of cases. emic diseases or chronic medical problems need to ask their health care provider whattypes o f oral problems they can expect from their particular disease. These patients must also contac J Zoo Wild Med.: Clinical signs and histopathologic t their medical clinic at the first sign ofproblems. Common sense needs to be exercised when findings ... by Anderson, N.L.; Johnson, C.K.; Fender, consuming hot foods or drinks. Use of tobacco products should be discouraged.Alcohol shou S. / Journal of Avian Medicine and Surgery ld be used in moderation. Mouthwashes and toothpastes known to the patient to cause proble ms should be avoided. Botanical medicine can assist in resolving stomatitis. One herb, calendula (Calendula officin Syndrome of periodic fever, pharyngitis, and alis), in tincture form (an alcohol- aphthous stomatitis. based herbalextract) and diluted for a mouth rinse, can be quite effective in treating aphthous stomatitis and other manifestations of stomatitis. More recently, a group of researchers in Brazil have reported that an extract made from the l Periodic fever accompanied by aphthous stomatitis, eaves of Trichilia glabra, a plant found in SouthAmerica, is effective in killing several virus pharyngitis and ... by Zengin, Aysel; Kilic, Sara es that cause stomatitis. Sebnem / The Journal of Current Pediatrics
Prognosis More results The prognosis for the resolution of stomatitis is based on the cause of the problem. Many loc al factors can be modified, treated, or avoided.Infectious causes of stomatitis can usually be managed with medication, or, if the problem is being caused by a certain drug, by changingt he offending agent.
Prevention Stomatitis caused by local irritants can be prevented by good oral hygiene, regular dental che ckups, and good dietary habits. Problems withstomatitis caused by systemic disease can be m inimized by good oral hygiene and closely following the medical therapy prescribed by thepa tient's health care provider.
Resources
Books Beers, Mark H., MD, and Robert Berkow, MD., editors. "Disorders of the Oral Region." In T he Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy.Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck Research Labor atories, 2004.
Periodicals Cella, M., D. A. Riva, F. C. Coulombie, and S. E. Mersich. "Virucidal Activity Presence in T richilia glabra Leaves." Revista Argentina demicrobiologia 36 (July-September 2004): 136- 138. Miller, C. S., L. L. Cunningham, J. E. Lindroth, and S. A. Avdiushko. "The Efficacy of Vala cyclovir in Preventing Recurrent Herpes SimplexVirus Infections Associated with Dental Pr ocedures." Journal of the American Dental Association 135 (September 2004): 1311-1318. Mirowski, Ginat W., DMD, MD, and Christy L. Nebesio. "Aphthous Stomatitis." eMedicine September 24, 2004.http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic486.htm. Sciubba, James J., DMD, PhD. "Denture Stomatitis." eMedicine June 11, 2002. http://www.e medicine.com/derm/topic642.htm. Shulman, J. D., M. M. Beach, and F. Rivera- Hidalgo. "The Prevalence of Oral Mucosal Lesions in U.S. Adults: Data from the Third Nati onalHealth and Nutrition Examination Survey, 1988– 1994." Journal of the American Dental Association 135 (September 2004): 1279-1286. Wohlschlaeger, A. "Prevention and Treatment of Mucositis: A Guide for Nurses." Journal of Pediatric Oncology Nursing 21 (September-October 2004): 281-287.
Organizations American Dental Association. 211 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60611. (312) 440- 2500. http://www.ada.org. American Medical Association. 515 N. State St., Chicago, IL 60612. (312) 464- 5000. http://www.ama-assn.org.
Key terms Aphthous stomatitis — A specific type of stomatitis presenting with shallow, painful ulcers. Also known as canker s ores. Stomatitis — Inflammation of the lining of the mouth, gums, or tongue. Thrush — A form of stomatitis caused by Candida fungi and characterized by cream- colored or bluish patches on the tongue, mouth, orpharynx. Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine. Copyright 2008 The Gale Group, Inc. All rights reserved.
stomatitis /sto·ma·ti·tis/ (sto″mah- ti´tis) pl. stomati´tides Generalized inflammation of the oral mucosa.
angular stomatitis perlèche. aphthous stomatitis recurrent aphthous s. gangrenous stomatitis see noma. herpetic stomatitis an acute infection of the oral mucosa with vesicle formation, due to the herpes simplex virus. mycotic stomatitis thrush. recurrent aphthous stomatitis a recurrent stomatitis of unknown etiology characterized by the appearance of small ulcers on the oralmucosa, covered by a grayish exudate and surround ed by a bright red halo; they heal without scarring in 7 to 14 days. ulcerative stomatitis stomatitis with shallow ulcers on the cheeks, tongue, and lips. Vincent's stomatitis necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis.
Dorland's Medical Dictionary for Health Consumers. © 2007 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier, Inc. All rights reserved.
sto·ma·ti·tis (st m -t t s) n. Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth.
The American Heritage® Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2007, 2004 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
stomatitis
[stō′mətī′tis]
Etymology: Gk, stoma + itis, inflammation any inflammatory condition of the mouth. It may result from infection by bacteria, viruses, o r fungi; from exposure to certain chemicals ordrugs; from vitamin deficiency; or from a syste mic inflammatory disease. Kinds of stomatitis include aphthous stomatitis,pseudomembranous stomatitis, thrush, and Vincent's infecti on. See also candidiasis.
Mosby's Medical Dictionary, 8th edition. © 2009, Elsevier.
stomatitis [sto″mah-ti´tis] (pl. stomati´tides) inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth; it may be caused by any of numerous diseases of t he mouth or it may accompany another disease.Both GINGIVITIS and GLOSSITIS are forms of s tomatitis.
CAUSES. The causes of stomatitis vary widely, from a mild local irritant to a vitamin deficien cy or infection by a possibly dangerous disease- producing organism. Inflammation may arise from actual injury to the inside of the mouth, a s from cheek- biting, jagged teeth, tartaraccumulations, and badly fitting dentures. Irritating substances, inc luding alcohol, and tobacco, may also cause stomatitis. Other causesare infectious bacteria, s uch as streptococci and gonococci or those causing necrotizing ulcerative STOMATITIS, DIPHTHERIA, and TUBERCULOSIS;the fungus causing THRUSH; or the v iruses causing HERPES SIMPLEX and MEASLES. Extreme vitamin deficiencies can result in mouthinflammation, as ca n certain blood disorders. Poisoning with heavy metals, such as LEAD or MERCURY, can also cause stomatitis.
SYMPTOMS. There is generally swelling and redness of the tissues of the mouth, which may b ecome quite sore, particularly during eating. Themouth may have an unpleasant odor. In som e types of stomatitis the mouth becomes dry, but in others there is excessive salivation.Ulcer ations may appear, and, in extreme cases, gangrene (gangrenous stomatitis).
Other forms of stomatitis may occasionally cause more severe symptoms, including chills, fe ver, and headache. Sometimes bleeding orwhite patches in the mouth can be seen. In thrush, the symptoms themselves may be slight (white spots in the mouth resembling milkcurds) but the disease may give rise to serious infections elsewhere in the body. In some cases, stomatit is causes inflammation of theparotid glands.
Stomatitis resulting from certain diseases presents special identifying symptoms. Syphilitic st omatitis produces painful ulcers in the mouth;in scarlet fever the tongue first has a strawberr y color, which then deepens to a raspberry hue; in measles, Koplik's SPOTS appear.
TREATMENT AND PREVENTION. The treatment varies according to the cause. When the infla mmation is caused by anemia, vitamin deficiency, orany infection of the body, both the unde rlying disease and the stomatitis are treated. Antibiotics often are effective against the infecti on andprevent its spreading to the parotid glands. Severe stomatitis can be a side effect of ch emotherapy and radiation to the head and neck astreatment for cancer. Measures to alleviate t he inflammation and promote healing include increasing fluid intake and using artificial saliv a tominimize dryness and help buffer acidity in the mouth, avoiding liquids and foods that ar e chemically irritating or extremely hot, and frequentand consistent MOUTH CARE.
With proper care, many cases of stomatitis can be prevented. Cleanliness is essential, especia lly of the mouth, teeth, dentures, andfeeding utensils. Infants may acquire mouth infection fr om the mother's oral flora, dirty bottles, or the mother's nipples. In the case of aprolonged fe ver or of any severe general illness, dryness of the mouth should be avoided by ingestion of i ncreased amounts of fluids. angular stomatitis superficial erosions and fissuring at the angles of the mouth; it may occu r in RIBOFLAVIN deficiency and in PELLAGRA orresult from overclosure of the jaws in denture wearers. Called also perlèche. aphthous stomatitis recurrent aphthous stomatitis. denture stomatitis inflammation of the oral mucosa seen in some patients with new denture s or with old, ill- fitting ones, caused by Candidaalbicans; characterized by redness, swelling, and pain of muc osa that is in contact with the denture. Called also chronic atrophicCANDIDIASIS and denture sore mouth.
gangrenous stomatitis see NOMA. herpetic stomatitis herpes simplex involving the oral mucosa and lips, characterized by the formation of yellowish vesicles that rupture andproduce ragged painful ulcers covered by a g ray membrane and surrounded by an erythematous halo. stomatitis medicamento´sa stomatitis due to an allergic reaction to drugs ingested, absorbed through the skin or mucosa, or given byhypodermic injection. Principal symptoms include v esicles, erosion, ulcers, erythema, purpura, angioedema, burning, and itching. recurrent aphthous stomatitis a recurrent disease of unknown etiology, characterized by on e or more small round or oval ulcer(s) on theoral mucosa, covered by a grayish fibrinous exu date and surrounded by a bright red halo. The lesions usually persist for 7 to 14 days andthen heal without scarring. Called also aphthae, aphthous stomatitis, and canker sore.
Miller-Keane Encyclopedia and Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health, Seventh Edition. © 2003 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier, Inc. All rights reserved.
stomatitis (stō´m tī´tis), n inflammation of the soft tissues of the oral cavity occurring as a result of mechanical, chem ical, thermal, bacterial, viral, electrical, orradiation injury or reactions to allergens or as seco ndary manifestations of systemic disease. stomatitis, acute herpetic, n (acute herpetic gingivostomatitis), the manifestations of clinically apparent primary herpes simplex characterized by regionallymphadenopathy, sore throat, and high temperature, follo wed by localized itching and burning, with the formation of small vesicles ofan erythematou s base that give way to plaques and then painful herpetic ulcers. The gingivae are swollen an d erythematous, and theybleed easily. Manifestations subside in 7 to 10 days, and recovery u sually occurs within 2 weeks. stomatitis, aphthous (aphthae, canker sore), n refers to recurrent ulcers of the oral cavity that are limited to nonkeratinized mucosa and ar e thought to be immune related. stomatitis, arsenical n oral manifestation of arsenic poisoning. The oral mucosa is dry, red, and painful. Ulceratio n, purpura, and mobility of teeth also mayoccur. stomatitis, Atabrine n.pr a stomatitis considered by some to be associated with the use of the antimalarial and ant helmintic drug quinacrine hydrochloride(Atabrine) and characterized by oral changes simulat ing lichen planus. stomatitis, bismuth, n a stomatitis resulting from systemic use of bismuth compounds over prolonged periods. Su lfides of bismuth are deposited in thegingival tissue, resulting in bluish- black pigmentation known as a bismuth line. Oral manifestations of bismuth poisoning inclu degingivostomatitis similar to that of Vincent's infection, a blue- black line on the inner aspect of the gingival sulcus or pigmentation ofthe buccal mucosa, a s ore tongue, metallic taste, and a burning sensation of the oral cavity. stomatitis, epidemic, n See disease, hand, foot, and oral cavity. stomatitis, epizootic, n See disease, hand, foot, and oral cavity. stomatitis, gangrenous (cancrum oris, noma), n See noma. stomatitis, gonococcal, n an inflammation of the oral mucosa caused by gonococci. stomatitis, herpetic, n 1. the oral manifestation of primary herpes simplex infection. The term also is used by som e for herpetiform ulcers considered to beoral manifestations of secondary or recurrent herpes simplex. See also ulcer, aphthous, recurrent. 2. inflammation of the oral mucosa caused by herpesvirus. See also gingivostomatitis, herpet ic. stomatitis, iodine, n See iodism. stomatitis, lead, n an oral manifestation of lead poisoning. Included are a bluish line along the free gingival m argin, pigmentation of the mucosa incontact with the teeth, metallic taste, excessive salivatio n, and swelling of the salivary glands. stomatitis medicamentosa n an allergic response of the oral mucosa to a systemically administered drug. Possible manif estations include asthma, skin rashes,urticaria, pruritus, leukopenia, lymph- adenopathy, thrombocytopenic purpura, and oral lesions (erythema, ulcerative lesions, vesicl es,bullae, and angioneurotic edema). stomatitis, membranous, n an inflammation of the oral cavity, accompanied by the formation of a pseudomembrane. stomatitis, mercurial, n an oral manifestation of mercury poisoning, consisting of hypersalivation, metallic taste, ul ceration and necrosis of the gingivae witha tendency to spread posteriorly and to the buccal mucosa and palate, glossodynia, and periodontitis with loosening of the teeth insevere cases of chronic intoxication. stomatitis, mycotic, n an infection of the oral mucosa by a fungus, most commonly C. albicans, which produces moniliasis (thrush). See also moniliasis. stomatitis, nicotinic, n an inflammation of the palatal minor salivary ducts caused by irritation by tobacco smoke or hot fluids and characterized by raisedsmall palatal lesions with red centers and white bord ers. The palatal mucosa usually has a generalized keratosis accompanying thesmaller lesions. Also called stomatitis nicotina.
Nicotinic stomatitis. stomatitis, recurrent, n recurrent manifestation of herpes simplex involving the lips and labial and buccalmucosa (f ever blisters, cold sores). Episodes may result from fever, sunlight,menses, trauma, and gastr ointestinal upset. Lesions begin as clear vesicles with anerythematous base that give way to u lcers and superficial crusts if the outersurfaces of the lips and skin are involved. stomatitis, uremic, n an oral manifestation of uremia, consisting of varying degrees of erythema,exudation, ulcer ation, pseudomembrane formation, foul breath, and burningsensations. See also gingivitis, nephritic. stomatitis venenata n an inflammation of the oral mucosa as the result of contact allergy. The most common caus ative agents are volatile oils, iodides,dentifrices, mouthwashes, denture powders, and topical anesthetics. Possible manifestations include erythema, angioneuroticedema, burning sensatio ns, ulcerations, and vesicles.
Mosby's Dental Dictionary, 2nd edition. © 2008 Elsevier, Inc. All rights reserved.
stomatitis inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth. It may be caused by one of many diseases of the mouth or it may accompany anotherdisease. Both gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) and glossitis (inflammation of the tongue) are forms of stomatitis as are palatitis (orlampas in hor ses) and cheilitis (inflammation of lips). The specific identification of stomatitis is an import ant part of a clinical examinationin a food animal because of the need to identify the highly i nfectious vesicular diseases and bluetongue.
angular stomatitis superficial erosions and fissuring at the angles (commissures) of the mouth. catarrhal stomatitis diffuse erythema of lips, tongue, cheeks; causes some discomfort and unwillingness to eat. contagious pustular stomatitis see horsepox. erosive stomatitis see erosive stomatitis. erosive-ulcerative stomatitis advanced stage of stomatitis characterized by multiple erosions and deeper ulcers; complete anorexia results. mycotic stomatitis see mycotic stomatitis. necrotic stomatitis of calves see oral necrobacillosis. papular stomatitis see bovine papular stomatitis. stomatitis-pneumoenteritis complex see peste des petits ruminants. proliferative stomatitis a very rare disease of cattle said to be caused by a filterable agent and recorded only in assoc iation with such conditions aschlorinated naphthalene poisoning. The lesions are papular and may also occur on the teats. vesicular stomatitis stomatitis characterized by vesicular lesions which soon rupture to leave denuded areas whic h become infected, necrotic, evenulcerative. See also vesicular stomatitis, vesicular exanthe ma of swine, swine vesicular disease, foot-and-mouth disease. Saunders Comprehensive Veterinary Dictionary, 3 ed. © 2007 Elsevier, Inc. All rights reserved
stomatitis
Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis; stomatitis, see there, aka trench mouth. See Herpetic stomatitis. McGraw-Hill Concise Dictionary of Modern Medicine. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
sto·ma·ti·tis (stō'mă-tī'tis),
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth.
[stomat- + G. -itis, inflammation]
Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012
sto·ma·ti·tis (stō'mă-tī'tis)
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth; characterized by small ulcers covered by a grayish exudate and surrounded by alonger red halo. It may be caused by mechanical or chemical trauma; may be classified as primary (i.e., aphthous stomatitis) orsecondary.
[stomat- + G. -itis, inflammation]
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
sto·ma·ti·tis (stō'mă-tī'tis)
Inflammation of mucous membrane of mouth.
[stomat- + G. -itis, inflammation]
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
Patient discussion about stomatitis.
Q. aphthous stomatitis can someone please explain me what it is? and what is the best way to treat it?
A. A canker sore (aphthous stomatitis) is an illness that causes small ulcers to appear in the mouth, usually inside the lips, on thecheeks, or on the tongue. What causes aphthous stomatit is (canker sores)? The exact cause of this disease is not known. There are many factors that are thought to be in volved with the development of cankersores, including:
Weakened immune system Certain allergies may cause the lesions to appear, such as: Coffee Chocolate Cheese Nuts Citrus fruits Potatoes Stress Viruses and bacteria
The following are the most common symptoms of aphthous stomatitis. However, each child may experience symptoms differently.Symptoms may include: Ulcers in the mouth, usually inside the lips, on the cheeks, or on the tongue Ulcers that are covered with a yellow layer and have a red base For the full article: http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/info/oral/diagnose/aphthous- stomatitis.htm Hope this helps.
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