Question 38 (part 2) · LDEK · Infections
Choose virus that is causing infection for which linear gingival erythema is characteristic:
- A. HIV.
- B. Epstein-Barr.
- C. varicella zoster.
- D. cytomegalovirus.
- E. HHV8.
Hint
Recall which systemic infection is associated with a band-like marginal gingival redness that resists plaque control.
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