Herpetic Stomatitis
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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.
Data on 42 doctors who treat herpetic stomatitis
Which specialist treats herpetic stomatitis?
Herpetic Stomatitis is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist, infectious disease specialist, pediatric dermatologist, internist, pediatrician, general practitioner.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in herpetic stomatitis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
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, pediatric dermatologist, internist, pediatrician, general practitioner.