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Princeton's WordNet

  1. canker, canker sorenoun

    an ulceration (especially of the lips or lining of the mouth)

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  1. canker sorenoun

    An ulcer in the mouth, called an aphthous ulcer, caused by a break in the mucous membrane.

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  1. canker sore

    A canker sore, also known as aphthous ulcer, is a small, shallow, painful open wound or ulcer that develops in the soft tissues inside your mouth or at the base of your gums. It's not contagious but can make eating and talking difficult. The exact cause is unknown but could be associated with stress, certain foods, or tissue injury.

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  1. Canker sore

    Aphthous stomatitis is a common cause of benign and non-contagious mouth ulcers. This condition is characterized by the repeated formation of ulcers on the mucous membrane of the oral cavity, in otherwise healthy individuals. These ulcers occur periodically and heal completely between attacks. Symptoms range from a minor nuisance to interfering with eating and drinking. The cause is not completely understood, but may involve a T cell mediated immune response which is triggered by a variety of factors. Different people may have different triggers, including nutritional deficiencies, local trauma, stress, hormonal influences, allergies, and a genetic predisposition. The condition is very common, affecting about 20% of the general population. There is no cure, and treatments are aimed at reducing pain and speeding the healing process. Often, the onset of the condition is during childhood or adolescence and usually lasts for several years before gradually disappearing, with or without any form of treatment.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of canker sore in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of canker sore in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1


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