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Stomatitis describes an inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth. This condition, frequently referred to as mucositis, can result from cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is characterized by mouth ulcers or sores, and pain in the mouth. The first symptoms may be sensitivity to spicy foods and reddened mucous membranes. The patient with stomatitis may also experience a dry or swollen tongue, difficulty swallowing, and an inability to eat or drink. It is usually a short-term condition, lasting from just a few days to a few weeks. Reddened areas in the mouth may appear as early as three days after...