Herpetic Stomatitis
Herpetic stomatitis is an inflammation of the mouth caused by the herpes simplex virus, which produces small painful sores on the gums, lips, tongue, or inside of the cheeks.
Frequent symptoms:
- Painful sores or small blisters in the mouth
- Reddened and swollen gums
- Discomfort when eating or drinking, sometimes with a general feeling of being unwell
Who does it affect? It is common in childhood during the first contact with the virus, although it can recur at different stages of life.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist and the infectious disease specialist can guide the study of the lesions and the infection. When the sores are intense, make eating difficult, or recur, it is a good idea to discuss it with a trusted doctor.
Specialties that treat herpetic stomatitis
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in herpetic stomatitis
Dr. Claudia Ileana Saenz Corral
Dr. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dr. Angelica Leonor Berron Ruiz
Dr. Grazia Jesus Hernandez
Dr. Guillermo Leopoldo Ruiz
Dr. García Ruiz María Teresa
Dr. Tomas Rangel Piza
Dr. Veronica Ramírez Cisneros
Dr. Yvette Fernández Camacho
Dr. Juana Ma Portugal Rodriguez
Dr. Patricia Aidé López Olmos
Dr. Leticia Vergara Takahashi
Dr. Andrea Romo López
Dr. Rosa Maria Gutierrez Vidrio
Dr. José Ivan Inclan Reyes
Dr. Clemen Domínguez Barrera
Dr. Venegas Griselda Membrillo
Dr. Juan Colín Fuentes
Dr. Claudia Mónica Vargas Salinas
Dr. Angélica Beirana Palencia
Frequently asked questions
What is herpetic stomatitis?
Herpetic stomatitis is an inflammation of the mouth caused by the herpes simplex virus, which produces small painful sores on the gums, lips, tongue, or inside of the cheeks.
Which doctor treats herpetic stomatitis?
Herpetic Stomatitis is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist, infectious disease specialist, dermatologist.