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Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers). Common canker sores (known medically as aphthous ulcers) are often confused with the cold sores of HSV-1. Canker sores frequently crop up singly or in groups on the inside of the mouth or on or under the tongue. They are usually white or grayish crater-like ulcers with a sharp edge and a red rim. They usually heal in 2 weeks without treatment.

Canker sores (Aphthous ulcers) are very common. Typically, they are a shallow ulcer with a white or whiti...

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Foam pads (Miniguard, UroMed, Impress, Softpatch) with an adhesive coating have been developed for women with stress incontinence. They work as follows:The pad is placed over the opening of the... Read more »

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