Gingivostomatitis is similar to cold sores which are caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus 1. An oral ulcer (from Latin ulcus) is the name for the appearance of an open sore inside the mouth caused by a break in the Mucous membrane or the epithelium An oral ulcer (from Latin ulcus) is the name for the appearance of an open sore inside the mouth caused by a break in the Mucous membrane or the epithelium It is a combination of gingivitis and stomatitis. Gingivitis (" Inflammation of the gums quot ( Gingiva) around the Teeth is a general term for gingival diseases affecting the gingiva Stomatitis is an Inflammation of the Mucous lining of any of the structures in the Mouth, which may involve the Cheeks, Gums, Gingivostomatitis is caused by the primary infection of the virus, whereas Herpes Labialis(Cold Sores) are caused by the Reactivation or recurrence of the infection. Herpes simplex virus is a dsDNA virus. There are two types HSV1 and HSV2. These agents, although related, differ significantly in terms of antigens and DNA sequence. Deoxyribonucleic acid ( DNA) is a Nucleic acid that contains the genetic instructions used in the development and functioning of all known HSV 2 is primarily associated with genito-urinary tract disease while HSV1 is associated mainly with orofacial disease.
The symptoms can be mild or severe and may include:
- Sores on the inside of the cheeks or gums
- Fever
- General discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling
- Very sore mouth with no desire to eat
- Bad breath
External links
Dapyx Software network: MP3 Explorer | Ebook Manager | Zenithic