Question 35 (part 2) · LDEK · Periodontal and oral mucosal diseases in children

Indicate the disease featuring the ulceration on the lower surface of the tongue, triggered by injuries caused by moving the tongue in the anteroposterior direction against the lower incisors:

  1. A. Riga-Fede ulceration.
  2. B. Lyell syndrome.
  3. C. Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
  4. D. Osler-Weber-Rendu disease.
  5. E. toxic epidermal necrolysis.
Hint

Think of an infant whose tongue rubs over sharp lower incisors, often natal or neonatal teeth, during suckling.

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