
Background: Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) poses a considerable challenge within the Otorhinolaryngology domain, impacting patients’ quality of life. Aim and Objectives: This prospective study aimed to assess the efficacy of Rebamipide therapy in managing RAS over 3 months. Methods: A cohort of 60 patients with recurrent aphthous ulcers was enrolled, receiving Rebamipide therapy orally in a Tertiary care center of Central India. Clinical evaluations, pain scores, and ulcer healing rates were recorded at baseline, 1 month, 2 months, and 3 months. Statistical analyses were conducted to assess changes over time. Results: Rebamipide therapy demonstrated a significant reduction in the frequency and severity of aphthous ulcers, with pain scores decreasing progressively over the 3-month period. Ulcer healing rates exhibited a consistent upward trend, reaching substantial levels by the study’s conclusion. Adverse events were minimal, with 5% of patients reported gastrointestinal discomfort. Conclusion: This study contributes evidence supporting Rebamipide as an effective and well-tolerated therapeutic option for RAS. Positive outcomes regarding reduced ulceration, improved pain scores, and enhanced ulcer healing rates underscore its potential clinical utility.
Background: Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) poses a considerable challenge within the Otorhinolaryngology domain, impacting patients’ quality of life. Aim and Objectives: This prospective study aimed to assess the efficacy of Rebamipide therapy in managing RAS over 3 months. Methods: A cohort of 60 patients with recurrent aphthous ulcers was enrolled, receiving Rebamipide therapy orally in a Tertiary care center of Central India. Clinical evaluations, pain scores, and ulcer healing rates were recorded at baseline, 1 month, 2 months, and 3 months. Statistical analyses were conducted to assess changes over time. Results: Rebamipide therapy demonstrated a significant reduction in the frequency and severity of aphthous ulcers, with pain scores decreasing progressively over the 3-month period. Ulcer healing rates exhibited a consistent upward trend, reaching substantial levels by the study’s conclusion. Adverse events were minimal, with 5% of patients reported gastrointestinal discomfort. Conclusion: This study contributes evidence supporting Rebamipide as an effective and well-tolerated therapeutic option for RAS. Positive outcomes regarding reduced ulceration, improved pain scores, and enhanced ulcer healing rates underscore its potential clinical utility.
Aphthous Ulcers, Rebamipide Therapy, Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis, Pain Scores, Ulcer Healing.
Aphthous Ulcers, Rebamipide Therapy, Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis, Pain Scores, Ulcer Healing.
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