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Mouth Ulcers Definition
Common names:
  • Aphthous Ulcers
  • Canker Sores
  • Mouth Sore
  • Mouth Ulcer
  • Mouth Ulcers
  • Oral Sore
  • Oral Ulcer
  • Sores in the Mouth
  • Tongue Sore
  • Tongue Ulcer
  • Ulcer Mouth
  • Ulcer Oral
  • Ulcer Tongue
A person with mouth ulcers has a crater-like sore on the surface of the mouth or lip. Ulcers may be caused by injury, inflammation or infection. Images
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Last Updated: Aug 2, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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