Linear gingival erythema in an HIV-seropositive man.
Linear gingival erythema (LGE) is part of the spectrum of periodontal disease that exists in the HIV-infected population. Here, a typical case of LGE is presented and described. The microbiology and therapeutics of LGE are discussed, as well as this condition's relationship to more severe, rapidly destructive infectious diseases--such as necrotizing ulcerative periodontitis and necrotizing stomatitis.
Department of Oral Medicine, Temple University School of Dentistry, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA.
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RI
Lugo
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ML
Fornatora
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RF
Reich
P D
PD
Freedman
D005891:Gingivitis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology*; D006679:HIV Seropositivity / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010518:Periodontitis / Q000209:etiology