aphthous ulcer

• Eine kleine, schmerzhafte Geschwürbildung in der Mundschleimhaut, meist an Wangen, Lippen oder Zunge. Sie ist nicht ansteckend und heilt oft innerhalb von ein bis zwei Wochen von selbst ab.

A small, painful sore that appears inside the mouth, typically on the cheeks, lips, or tongue. It is not contagious and often heals on its own within one to two weeks.

1. Mouth soreB2formal

   A small, painful sore that develops inside the mouth, on the tongue, or on the gums.

   Aphthe

   • The doctor diagnosed the painful spot as an aphthous ulcer.
   • Aphthous ulcers often heal on their own within a week or two.
   • Stress can sometimes trigger the formation of aphthous ulcers.