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Aphthous ulcer: A small sensitive painful ulcer crater in the lining of the mouth. Commonly called a canker sore.
Picture of a canker soreAphthous ulcers are one of the most common problems that occur in the mouth. About 20% of the population (1 in 5 people) have aphthous ulcers at any given time. Aphthous ulcers typically last for 10-14 days and they heal without leaving a scar. There are many possible causes of aphthous ulcers. Often the cause is unknown.
For a full article, see Canker sores (Aphthous ulcers).
FIGURE 2. Major aphthous ulcer. Etiology. Aphthae more commonly affect young adults, and a familial tendency may ...
List of 82 disease causes of Aphthous Ulcer, patient stories, diagnostic guides, medical books excerpts online about Aphthous Ulcer. Diagnostic checklist ...
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Recurrent minor aphthous ulcers, which occur in up to 80% of aphthous ulcer cases. They are usually less than 5mm in diameter and heal within 1-2 weeks.
An aphthous ulcer also known as a canker sore, is a type of mouth ulcer, appears as a painful open sore. inside the mouth. or upper throat. characterized by a break in the ...