Question 58 · LDEK · Other
Which of the following etiological factors is not related to the angular cheilitis?
- A. chronic erythematous candidiasis.
- B. infection with multi-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
- C. type IV hypersensitivity reaction.
- D. prolonged extraction of the lower wisdom tooth.
- E. long-term use (10 years) of full dentures.
Hint
Compare chronic, recurring causes of angular cheilitis with a single, short-lived event.
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