The clinical features, etiology, and treatment of recurrent aphthous ulcers (RAU) are discussed. Aphthous ulcers are among the most common oral lesions in the general population, with a frequency of ...

A canker sore, or aphthous ulcer, is a type of mouth ulcer. They can cause local pain and other symptoms. In most cases, a canker sore will heal naturally without medical treatment. Although they can ...

People in South Korea who were diagnosed with recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) were at a much greater risk for developing several autoimmune diseases, according to a study published on October 3 in ...

Mouth ulcers are painful areas in the mouth and gums. They range in size, and the exact symptoms of a mouth ulcer will depend on the type. While mostly harmless, mouth ulcers can be extremely ...