Stomatitis nicotina
Stomatitis Nicotina
Stomatitis Nicotina (pronounced sto-muh-TIE-tis nih-co-TEEN-uh), also known as smoker's palate or nicotine stomatitis, is a condition that primarily affects the hard palate of the mouth. It is characterized by inflammation and changes in the mucous membrane due to heat from smoking, particularly pipe smoking, although it can also occur with other forms of tobacco use.
Etymology
The term "Stomatitis Nicotina" is derived from the Greek word "stoma" meaning mouth, "itis" indicating inflammation, and "nicotina" referring to nicotine, the addictive substance found in tobacco.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of Stomatitis Nicotina is the presence of small, red or white bumps on the hard palate. These bumps may have a central indentation and are surrounded by a red halo. Other symptoms may include a burning sensation in the mouth, difficulty swallowing, and changes in taste.
Causes
Stomatitis Nicotina is caused by the heat from smoking, which leads to irritation and inflammation of the mucous membrane in the mouth. The condition is most commonly associated with pipe smoking, but can also occur with cigar smoking and heavy cigarette smoking.
Treatment
The primary treatment for Stomatitis Nicotina is to stop smoking. This will allow the inflammation to subside and the mucous membrane to heal. In some cases, topical treatments may be used to alleviate symptoms.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stomatitis nicotina
- Wikipedia's article - Stomatitis nicotina
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