How to cope with aphthous stomatitis

Aphthous stomatitis is an unpleasant disease that is very painful. It often makes it difficult to eat because of the formation of sores.

To treat this problem with folk methods is dangerous and unreasonable, since stomatitis can go on into a chronic form.

There are many kinds of this disease, therefore visit to the doctor can not be avoided.

What you need to know about the disease

The name of the disease came from the word "aft," which means "ulcer."This kind of stomatitis is manifested by the defeat of the mucous membrane of the oral cavity with the formation of ulcers. They can appear separately or be localized by a group, affecting a large area of ​​tissue.

Localization of aphthous stomatitis

The most common localization of aft is the anterior part of the oral cavity, on the inside of the lips and cheeks. This is due to the fact that this area is much more often subjected to damage, for example, accidental bites or scratches from food.

Less common aphthous stomatitis appears on the tongue. Sometimes the disease is accompanied by a weakness and a slight increase in temperature.

The average duration of the disease is 8-10 days.

In the usual course of the disease appears one sore, in rare cases, the number reaches three. Touching aphtha causes severe pain, so eating is often difficult.

Causes and provoking factors

Experts in the field of the study of aphthous stomatitis still can not come to a common opinion about what provokes this particular form of the disease. Different reagents have been identified, which can also cause other forms of stomatitis to the same degree.

Often the disease arises from the appearance of an infection in the human body or is a residual phenomenon of a viral disease due to weakening of the immune system. Among the popular infections are:

• 

  Staphylococcus

  of Staphylococcus L-form;

• herpes;
• measles;
• influenza;
• diphtheria;
• adenovirus.

In addition, pathology is often the result of an allergic reaction to food, medications or microbes that have entered the body. Chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract also contribute to the onset of aphthae.

In addition to the main catalysts of the disease, the body should form ideal conditions for the development of stomatitis. They include:

• avitaminosis;
• supercooling;
• weak immunity;
• heredity;
• injury of the oral mucosa;
• Diseases of the teeth and gums.

At least one of the described factors can push the reagents to active actions, why will the first symptoms of aphthous stomatitis, requiring treatment at the initial stage.

Classification of the disease

In medicine, there is a division of aphthous stomatitis into two types: acute and chronic:

1. The full name of the first species - acute gingivostomatitis , the impetus to its appearance are viral infections.
2. Recurrent chronic asphyxia stomatitis is caused by staphylococci, adenoviruses, immune diseases and allergies. Also this form of the disease appears in people who have constant problems with the gastrointestinal tract or with a genetic predisposition. Already from the name it becomes clear that the disease runs slowly and has the property of periodically returning. Often patients complain of chronic stomatitis in the autumn-spring period, which is due to lack of vitamins and weakened immunity. Sometimes the symptoms of stomatitis appear after severe nervous disorders, in some women this form of the disease is tied to the menstrual cycle.

There is a classification of the disease, depending on the nature of the damage to the oral mucosa.

Aftosny stomatitis can be:

In the photo, necrotic aphtha

1. Necrotic aphtha is an accumulation of dead mucosal cells that are covered with epithelium during the course of the disease. Most often this subspecies of aphthous stomatitis is found in patients with blood pathology.
2. Granular stomatitis is caused by a mucosal injury, which results in the appearance of vesicles first, then painful sores appear in their place.
3. During scarring , stomatitis aphtha is covered with a connective tissue. With intensive treatment, communication is impaired - the tissue dissolves.
4. The deforming is the most severe form presented, as the aphthae change the gingival surface. After their healing, there will be noticeable scars.

The degree of mucosal damage and the type of disease can be determined only by the doctor after the analysis. Only on the basis of these data can be assigned a full-fledged treatment that will effectively cope with the disease.

Main symptoms and duration of

The symptomatology of the disease directly depends on the form of its course.

Acute form of the disease - all unexpectedly and abruptly

Acute aphthous stomatitis appears unexpectedly. The patient begins to complain of malaise, sometimes a markedly slight increase in temperature.

Already at the initial stage, there is a pain in the mouth, which worsens during meals or during a conversation. On the mucous membrane, vesicles are formed, rapidly growing into erosion, covered with a touch of gray-white color.

Around the mucosa, the mucous membrane becomes inflamed and becomes friable. In the language you can see a white coating.

With the increase in the number of sores it becomes difficult to eat solid food, you have to switch to mashed potatoes and pates.

The duration of this disease usually does not exceed a two-week period, at the end of which the mucosa is restored to its former state. Very rarely, in case of a complicated form, minor scars remain.

Chronic form

In chronic aphthous stomatitis, as in the photo to the right, the mucous membrane swells, acquires a pale shade.

Sores are located on the inside of the lips, cheeks, under the tongue. Less often the aphthae are localized in the sky and gums.

The dimensions of the lesion reach a centimeter, the halo swells, becomes red, a dirty gray coating appears. In the case of extensive necrosis, the sores become inflamed and protrude above the surface.

Chronic aphthous stomatitis lasts, as a rule, 12-15 days. If the treatment does not start in time, the aphids will begin to grow in depth, hitting the mucous membrane.

At this stage, the sores will begin to bleed, causing even more pain. In addition, this condition is dangerous by infection. Deep aphytes can leave after healing scars.

What you need to know about the therapy of the disease

Treatment of aphthous stomatitis should be carried out in a complex and under the supervision of a doctor. Even after the disappearance of visible signs, you can not stop taking prescribed medications. This is due to the fact that the disease can return and subsequently develop into a chronic one.

Local treatment of aft

For local treatment, adults are prescribed antiseptic rinses and anti-inflammatory gels. Drugs can vary depending on the type and duration of the disease, the otolaryngologist or dentist will be able to give advice on the choice of medicines:

1. The most commonly prescribed Miramistin in the form of a solution or spray, which irrigate the oral cavity. It has antiseptic properties, it fights predominantly with the herpes virus, but nevertheless is suitable for normalization of a healthy microflora of the oral cavity.
2. Also at the initial stage use Holisal-gel .It is applied to the dried affected areas after rinsing. Procedures should be conducted at least four times a day.
3. Dentists often prescribe anti-inflammatory ointments with anesthetic effect, because of the peculiar painful sensations of aphthous stomatitis. Among the popular tools - Kamistad , Clobetasol , Tracerol .
4. Also popular anti-inflammatory and analgesic ointments are Xichain and Benzocaine .Treatment with such ointments should not be long, since there is a pronounced side effect. When applying them, you must strictly adhere to the course.
5. For rinsing, if susceptible to allergies, suspension of diphenhydramine is used.
6. When signs of secondary infection appear, the use of antibacterial agents is recommended: Geksoral , Tantum Verde , Orasept .
7. Balm Stomatophyte-A , which consists of medicinal plants and anesthetic, is an effective tool for fighting with nails. It is applied with a cotton swab directly to the sores. The action of the drug is aimed at reducing pain and inflammation.
8. Once the sores dissolve, it is worth continuing treatment with epithelial agents that will restore the mucosa. As such a drug prescribe Solcoseryl gel .

Antiallergic drugs

Treatment of allergic stomatitis, accompanied by the use of antihistamines. They include Diazolin, Claritin, Suprastin, Tavegil.

Other medications that eliminate allergy symptoms can be used. Usually the course of treatment with desensitizing drugs lasts 10-12 days.

Oral sanitation

Aphthous stomatitis develops against the background of diseases of the gums and teeth, for this reason, during the treatment of ulcers, complete sanitation of the oral cavity is necessary.

Elimination of foci of possible appearance of erosion on the mucous membrane will reduce the duration of stomatitis, and also reduce the likelihood of its secondary appearance.

It is especially important to sanitize the oral cavity, if one has not been done before, in the chronic form of stomatitis. Presence of dental calculi, caries, pulpitis favorably influence the formation and development of aphthae.

Increased local immunity

As immunostimulating drugs of local action, prescribe fermented toothpastes. They should include the following substances: lactoperoxidase, lactoferrin, lysozyme or glucose oxidase. These enzymes contribute to increase the resistance of the mucosa and destroy bacteria and viruses.

You can buy lomuds for resorption of Imudon. They are applied six times a day, adhering to the course in 10 days.

Good immunomodulators are: ginseng, echinacea, propolis, thymogen, immunophane. Do not forget about vitamins.

Dietary recommendations

The disorder manifests itself as a strong painful sensation when touching sores. For this reason, liquid and mushy foods should be preferred.

Pâtés, soups, mashed potatoes, porridges are dishes with which you can create a perfectly balanced diet. Nutrition should be properly, saturating the body with proteins, fats and carbohydrates, so that immunity could provide a full resistance to the disease.

For the duration of treatment it is recommended to reduce the intake of salty, sweet, spicy food. The surface of the mouth and so much inflamed, do not overload the taste buds. Naturally, there can be no question of alcohol.

Treatment at home

If you have the first signs of stomatitis, you need to take immediate action, taking advantage of the funds that are available in every home. Until the diagnosis is established, it is necessary to monitor hygiene and often rinse the oral cavity. Antibacterial effect is provided by a solution prepared on the basis of salt or soda.

It is also good to use a solution of hydrogen peroxide with low concentration for irrigation. You can dilute a tablespoon in a glass of water and rinse your mouth after each meal.

Frequently, with the disease, solutions of furacilin or chlorhexidine are used.

Honey water effectively helps with disease. When adding a tablespoon of honey in a glass of water, you can get an antiseptic and antiviral agent that will stop the development of the disease before the appointment of a course of treatment.

Preventive measures

For prevention, dentists recommend in all to follow the principles of a healthy lifestyle. Excessive consumption of spicy, sweet, sour and salted food adversely affects the health of the oral cavity. Diseases that change the environment in the oral cavity can develop.

If you still can not change the eating habits, you should not forget about the rules of personal hygiene. Clean hands, taking care of the oral cavity - these are important components while maintaining health at the proper level.

What to say about bad habits? It's not a secret for anyone that they have a detrimental effect on the entire body, starting their negative impact from the oral cavity.

The main rule in order to avoid aphthous stomatitis is the timely treatment of infectious diseases, which in the untreated state cause the appearance of aft in the oral cavity.

In the presence of allergies, it is recommended to protect yourself from contact with the reagent, and with existing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract pay special attention to the rinses after each meal.

The severity of the disease is undeniable, therefore, its treatment should be approached in a comprehensive manner, based on the recommendations of specialists. Observing preventive measures, you can permanently protect yourself from an unwanted disease.