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Apthous
Ulcer begins with a localised swelling of the affected
oral mucosa to form a small round or oval shaped blister.
After a day, the blister bursts and becomes a whitish
or yellowish ulcer with a red margin. When irritated
by spicy, salty or sour food with strong taste, pain
will be felt and saliva secretion will be increased.
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To date, the aetiology of Apthous Ulcer has not been confirmed. However, the predisposing factors are known as follows: |
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Oral tissue trauma
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Stress |
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Problem in endocrine system, i.e. hormonal disturbance |
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Immune system disorder |
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Gut problems |
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Malnutrition (especially the deficiency of Vitamin B12, folic acid, iron, etc.) |
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Wearing an unfit denture
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Apthous ulcer usually heals within 7 to 14 days. If the situation persists for more than 3 weeks or there is recurrent formation of new apthous ulcers, you should consult a doctor for a body check-up to see if other treatments are necessary.
Apthous Ulcer usually heals up within 2 weeks. To avoid pain, you can: |
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Avoid contacting the area when brushing |
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Avoid
eating hard, coarse, hot or spicy food |
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Apply ointment prescribed by the doctor or dentist onto the area to relief pain |
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If you are wearing an unfit denture, you should consult your dentist to make a new denture
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Since the aetiology of Apthous Ulcer has not been confirmed, the only way to prevent recurrence is by eliminating the predisposing factors.
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