Median Rhomboid Glossitis Reported In Diabetic Patient – An Enigmatic Pathological Finding
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Median rhomboid glossitis, Diabetes Mellitus, Fungal infectionAbstract
Median rhomboid glossitis is an unusual oral condition with a fascinating clinical presentation. It is typically located around
the midline of the dorsum of the tongue appearing as a reddish, rhomboid area expressing in form of atrophy. The following
case reported is of 47 year old male diabetic patient who visited BUMDC for regular dental check up consisting of case
report literature review, discussion including insight regarding etiology and its association with diabetes mellitus, clinical
presentation and management of the condition.
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