Characterization of recurrent aphthous stomatitis in a young population
2018; CIG Media Group; Volume: 59; Issue: 1 Linguagem: Inglês
10.24873/j.rpemd.2018.06.222
ISSN1647-6700
AutoresMaria Oliveira, Filipe Coimbra, Pedro Mesquita, João Carvalho, Otília Lopes,
Tópico(s)Skin and Cellular Biology Research
ResumoAim: To characterize recurrent aphthous stomatitis in a young population and investigate the association between these lesions and predisposing factors, as well as potential modifications in children's daily routines. Methods:The data was collected by delivering a questionnaire to students attending S. Miguel Primary School, in Vizela, as well as to their parents/guardians.A literature review was conducted, using scientific databases such as PubMed, Cochrane and the Virtual Library of the University of Porto.Results: A common prevalence of aphthous ulcers was found in 53.0% of the sample.Most participants reported a number of lesions between 1 and 5, located in the jugal/labial mucosa, healing within 4 to 7 days.About 46.4% of the participants had a family history of this disease, mainly on the mother's side.About 29.6% of the students associated aphthae with traumatic events in the oral mucosa, while 9.8% associated them with stress.A significant association was found only between the frequency of aphthae and gastrointestinal disorders, and not with other factors.A significant use of topical medications was detected, and the pharmacist was the most consulted healthcare professional.Conclusion: This study's findings were in line with previous data on the clinical characteristics of aphthae and confirm the negative impacts of this disease on children's quality of life, reporting its association with gastrointestinal disorders.(Rev Port Estomatol Med Dent Cir
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