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The word"stomatitis" literally means inflammation of the mouth. The inflammation can be caused by conditions in the mouth itself, such as poor oral hygiene, poorly fitted dentures, or from mouth burns from hot food or drinks, or by conditions that...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Stomatitis is an inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth. It may involve the cheeks, gums, tongue, lips, and roof or floor of the mouth.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Stomatitis describes an inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth. This condition, frequently referred to as mucositis, can result from cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Stomatitis is an inflammation of the mucous lining of the mouth, which may involve the cheeks, gums, tongue, lips, and roof or floor of the mouth. The word"stomatitis" literally means inflammation of the mouth.Stomatitis is an inflammation of the ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
You develop mouth sores Mouth pain keeps you from eating Mouth sores (stomatitis) and dry mouth are common side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. These side effects occur because these treatments affect normal cells as well as cancer cells. Using the tips on this handout may help you feel better.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
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