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Diagnosis: Aphthous Ulcer (Canker Sore / Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis - RAS)

The image shows a classic minor aphthous ulcer on the inner labial mucosa - a well-demarcated, shallow ulcer with a grayish-white fibrinous pseudomembrane at the center and a distinct erythematous (red) halo. This matches the textbook appearance:

Possible Causes / Trigger Factors

The exact cause is multifactorial. According to Cummings Otolaryngology, the following triggers are well recognized:

Local factors:

Traumatic or iatrogenic injury to the mucosa (biting lip, sharp food, dental procedures)
Use of NSAIDs, beta-blockers, or potassium-channel blockers

Dietary triggers:

Chocolate, tomatoes, walnuts, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts, spices, citrus foods

Systemic / Immunological causes:

Psychological stress (one of the most common triggers)
Hematinic deficiencies: iron, vitamin B12, folate deficiency
Celiac disease / gluten-sensitive enteropathy
Crohn disease, ulcerative colitis
HIV infection
Behcet syndrome
PFAPA syndrome (Periodic Fever, Aphthous stomatitis, Pharyngitis, Adenitis)
HLA-B51 genotype (explains familial clustering)

Pathogenesis: T-cell mediated and antibody-mediated immune processes, with upregulation of TNF-alpha and other cytokines causing keratinocyte lysis - Cummings Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, block 18.

Treatment

Topical (First-line)

Ointments / Pastes - Treatment of Choice:

Drug	Form	How to Use
Triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% (Kenalog in Orabase)	Oral paste/ointment	Apply thin film to ulcer 2-3x/day after meals and at bedtime
Amlexanox 5% paste	Oral paste	Apply to ulcer 4x/day; reduces pain and healing time
Dexamethasone ointment	Gel/ointment	Effective for moderate-severe lesions
Clobetasol propionate 0.05%	Ointment in orabase	High-potency steroid for stubborn lesions
Fluocinonide 0.05%	Ointment	Anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive
Betamethasone	Topical ointment	Reduces inflammation and capillary permeability

Topical Anesthetics (for pain relief):

Benzocaine gel/paste (e.g., Orajel) - OTC, provides temporary pain relief
Lidocaine viscous solution - rinse and spit before meals

Antiseptic Rinses:

Chlorhexidine gluconate 0.12% mouthwash - reduces secondary bacterial colonization and shortens duration

Oral (Systemic) Medications

Used for severe, large, or frequent recurrences:

Drug	Indication
Prednisone 40-60 mg/day (tapering)	Multiple or large ulcers not responding to topical therapy
Colchicine 0.5-1.5 mg/day	Reduces frequency of recurrences
Dapsone 100 mg/day	Recurrent severe cases
Pentoxifylline	TNF-alpha inhibitor; reduces recurrence frequency
Thalidomide 50-100 mg/day	Severe/refractory RAS, especially in HIV patients (restricted use)
Vitamin B12 supplement	If deficiency is detected
Iron / Folate supplement	Correct hematinic deficiency if present
Tetracycline mouthwash (not tablets)	Reduces pain and duration when used as a rinse

Key Practical Points

Minor aphthous ulcers heal spontaneously in 7-14 days without treatment
Avoid trigger foods (spicy, acidic, salty foods) during healing
Use SLS-free toothpaste - sodium lauryl sulfate (found in most toothpastes) can cause dose-dependent mucosal desquamation and worsen ulcers
If ulcers are larger than 1 cm, do not heal within 2-3 weeks, or are accompanied by fever, systemic workup is needed to rule out Behcet, IBD, or hematologic deficiency

Note: This information is for educational purposes. Always consult a dentist, oral medicine specialist, or physician for accurate diagnosis and prescription of medications.

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