HIV and STDs. Oral manifestations.
Many systemic diseases frequently have oral manifestations as one of their earliest signs, this is particularly so in the immunocompromised patient or as an indicator of a sexually transmitted disease. Without careful examination of the face, oropharynx and regional lymph nodes, diagnosis may be delayed, resulting in morbidity and in some cases mortality. This paper discusses oral lesions resulting from infection and their management.
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Dental Unit, Monash Medical Centre, Victoria.
D005145:Face; D006679:HIV Seropositivity / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008198:Lymph Nodes; D009960:Oropharynx; D012749:Sexually Transmitted Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*