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Herpangina: a viral cause of throat ulcers in children

Herpangina is a viral childhood illness causing fever and small painful ulcers in the back of the throat. Here's how to recognise it and ease symptoms at home.

Updated 23 May 2026

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Lumps

Traumatic Neuroma

A traumatic neuroma is a benign but tender nerve overgrowth that forms after an injury or surgery. Here's why it hurts and how it's removed.

Updated 23 May 2026

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Lumps

Mucocele: What Is That Bluish Bubble on Your Lip?

A mucocele is a soft, bluish bump on the lip from a damaged salivary gland. Here's what causes it and how it's treated. Reviewed by Dr Cristian Dunker.

Updated 23 May 2026

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Dry Mouth

Sialolithiasis (Salivary Gland Stones): Why your gland swells at meal times

Sialolithiasis is the formation of stones in a salivary gland or duct. The classic symptom is pain and swelling at meal times. Reviewed by Dr Cristian Dunker.

22 May 2026

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Systemic

Pregnancy and Your Mouth: What Changes Should You Watch For?

Pregnancy hormones can cause swollen gums, gum lumps and tooth erosion. Here's what to expect and how to care for your mouth. Reviewed by Dr Cristian Dunker.

21 May 2026

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Systemic

Oral Manifestations of HIV and AIDS: When the mouth shows the disease

HIV and AIDS produce a range of oral conditions including candidiasis, hairy leukoplakia, Kaposi sarcoma and lymphoma. Learn the signs. Reviewed by Dr Cristian Dunker.

19 May 2026

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Systemic

Oral Manifestations of Cardiac Disease

Heart disease and dental health affect each other in important ways, from medication side-effects to bleeding risk and infective endocarditis. Coordinated care keeps you safe. Reviewed by Dr Cristian Dunker.

19 May 2026

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Pain

Atypical Facial Pain: When Persistent Face Pain Has No Obvious Cause

Atypical facial pain is chronic face pain with no identifiable cause — here's how it's diagnosed and managed. Reviewed by Dr Cristian Dunker.

19 May 2026

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