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Simple stomatitis
Erythematous inflammation of the mouth occurring in patches on the mucous membranes.
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Mercurial stomatitis
A form of stomatitis seen in those exposed to elemental mercury or mercury vapors. Mouth inflammation caused by the excessive absorption of mercury.
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Membranous stomatitis
Stomatitis accompanied by the formation of a false or adventitious membrane. Mouth inflammation accompanied by the presence of an abnormal membrane.
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Major aphthous stomatitis
A disease in which large recurring or migrating painful ulcers appear within the oral cavity (on the gingiva and soft palate) and sometimes on the lips.
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Herpetic stomatitis
Stomatitis seen with primary infection with herpes simplex virus. A type of mouth inflammation distinguished by the appearance of blisters or cold sores.
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Diphtheritic stomatitis
Inflammation of the oral mucosa caused by infection with Corynebacterium diphtheriae.
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Corrosive stomatitis
Stomatitis resulting from intentional or accidental exposure to corrosive substances.
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Stoma covers and filter
Cloth or foam overlays used to limit the inhalation of dust, fumes, or vapors by laryngectomees and to warm inhaled air.
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Stomach intubation
Passage of a tube into the stomach to obtain gastric contents for examination, for prophylaxis and treatment of ileus, to remove ingested poisons, or for feeding.
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Water-trap stomach
A stomach with the pylorus situated unusually high, causing slow emptying.
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