Description
Stomatitis is a disease of the Lips, Mouth, Gums, Throat and the Tongue.
The inflammation of the mucous membrane of the Mouth, Tongue, Gums, Lips, Cheeks and the Throat is Stomatitis. It may be caused due to bacterial or viral infections. It causes Canker sores and Ulcer.
The inflammation of the Gums is known as Gingivitis and it is dealt with separately on this portal.
Causes of Stomatitis
AIDS
Alcohol
Smoking
Candida
Gonorrhea
Spicy Foods
Poor Hygiene
Weak Immune System
Ill fitted Dentures
Nutritional Deficiency
Viral or Bacterial Infections
Hot food and Drinks that burn the mucous membrane
If not treated properly, Stomatitis may cause
Mouth Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Throat Cancer