Chapter 9 Allergies and immunologic diseases Flashcards
What are the three patterns of transient lingual papillitis?
- Localized
- Generalized
- Diffuse, papulokeratotic variant
What does transient lingual papillitis appear as?
-Large red/yellow papilla
For symptomatic transient lingual papillitis what might help reduce the pain?
-Topical steroids
What are recurrent aphthous ulcerations aka?
-Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (canker sores)
Where do recurrent aphthous ulcers occur exclusively?
-Movable mucosa
What are the three clinical variations of Recurrent aphthous ulcers?
- Minor
- Major
- Herpetiform
When does RAU occur?
-Childhood
What is the most common form of RAU?
-Minor
T/F Pats with RAU minor typically have a prodrome
True
What does RAU minor appear as in size?
-Less than 1 cm
How fast does RAU minor heal?
-7-10 days spontaneously
Who does RAU major occur in?
-Adolescents
What does RAU major appear as in size?
1-3 cm
What type of RAU has the longest duration per episode?
-Major
How long does it take RAU to heal?
2-6 weeks
T/F RAU major may cause scarring
True
How many lesions per episode do you get in RAU Minor?
-1-5
How many lesions per episode do you get in RAU major?
1-10