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- The study aimed to investigate the prevalence of recurrent aphthous ulcerations in an Indian population, noting that while most ulcers are benign, a small percentage can be malignant.
- A total of 3244 patients were examined, revealing that 21.7% suffered from recurrent aphthous ulceration, with a higher prevalence in females and individuals in their 30s and 40s.
- Stress was identified as the leading trigger for these ulcers, and many patients believed that the condition did not require medical attention, highlighting a need for better awareness and diagnosis among dental practitioners.
Article Abstract
Objective: Patients with an oral ulcer may present initially to a general physician or a dental practitioner. Majority of the ulcers are benign and resolve spontaneously but small proportions are malignant. The aim of the present study was to determine the prevalence of recurrent aphthous ulcerations in the Indian population.
Material And Methods: 3244 patients attending the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology during the period from November, 2010 to December, 2012 with various complaints were examined. Of the patients examined 1669 were females and 1575 were males.
Results: 705 patients presented with recurrent aphthous ulceration (21.7%). Females (56.3%) were more commonly affected than males (43.7%). Patients in the third and fourth decade were most commonly affected. Stress was the most common factor associated with recurrent aphthous stomatitis (386 patients). 54.5% patients did not take any medications and 72.9% patients opined that the condition needed no dental consultation.
Conclusion: The results of the present study indicate that recurrent aphthous ulceration is a common mucosal disorder in the Indian population. The early and proper diagnosis of the ulcers will help the dental practitioner in providing information to the patient regarding awareness and management of the condition. Key words:Recurrent aphthous ulcers, prevalence, Indian population.
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