Navigating Recurrent Mouth Ulcers: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Managing Aphthous Stomatitis
I. Introduction Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS), commonly known as canker sores, is a prevalent chronic inflammatory condition affecting the oral mucosa. This condition is characterized by the appearance of painful mouth ulcers that, unlike cold sores, are not contagious. These ulcers cannot be attributed to an underlying disease. Affecting between 5% and 25% of the … Read more
