Comprehensive management of major aphthous ulcer

Area of Science:

• Oral Medicine
• Dermatology
• Immunology

Background:

• Recurrent aphthous ulcers (RAU) are common oral mucosal diseases.
• Major aphthous ulcers (MAU) are a less frequent, refractory subtype of RAU.
• MAU can persist for months, significantly impacting patient health.

Observation:

• A case study of an adolescent male with multiple, persistent oral ulcers is presented.
• The patient experienced ulcers for 10 months despite conventional topical treatments.
• Three simultaneous ulcers were observed in the patient.

Findings:

• A multidisciplinary treatment approach was implemented for the patient.
• This comprehensive strategy led to a long-term disease-free state.
• The treatment effectively managed the refractory nature of the major aphthous ulcers.

Implications:

• The presented multidisciplinary treatment model can be adopted by healthcare professionals.
• This approach may offer a successful management strategy for refractory oral ulcers.
• Effective management of major aphthous ulcers can improve patient quality of life.