Aphthous Ulcers

Updated: May 15, 2024

Background

Epidemiology

Anatomy

Pathophysiology

Etiology

Genetics

Prognostic Factors

Clinical History

Physical Examination

Age group

Associated comorbidity

Associated activity

Acuity of presentation

Differential Diagnoses

Laboratory Studies

Imaging Studies

Procedures

Histologic Findings

Staging

Treatment Paradigm

by Stage

by Modality

Chemotherapy

Radiation Therapy

Surgical Interventions

Hormone Therapy

Immunotherapy

Hyperthermia

Photodynamic Therapy

Stem Cell Transplant

Targeted Therapy

Palliative Care

Medication

amlexanox

Paste: After performing dental hygiene before sleep, apply approximately 0.5 cm of oral paste topically to each ulcer four times daily.
Do not exceed more than 10 days.
Patch: Apply one patch to each ulcer four times daily and practice good dental hygiene after meals and before night. You can use up to three patches at once if you have several ulcers.
Do not exceed more than 10 days.

amlexanox

< 12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
>12 years:
Paste: After performing dental hygiene before sleep, apply approximately 0.5 cm of oral paste topically to each ulcer four times daily.
Do not exceed more than 10 days.
Patch: Apply one patch to each ulcer four times daily and practice good dental hygiene after meals and before night. You can use up to three patches at once if you have several ulcers.
Do not exceed more than 10 days.

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