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Cinnamon-induced stomatitis venenata, Clinical and characteristic histopathologic features
R L Miller1, A R Gould, M L Bernstein
1Department of Surgical and Hospital Dentistry, University of Louisville School of Dentistry, Ky.
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|June 1, 1992
Summary
This study reports fourteen new cases of cinnamon-induced stomatitis. Histopathologic changes, including hyperkeratosis and chronic mucositis, aid in diagnosing this oral condition.
Area of Science:
- Oral Pathology
- Dermatology
- Toxicology
Background:
- Cinnamon consumption can lead to adverse oral reactions.
- Stomatitis is an inflammation of the oral mucosa.
- Histopathologic examination is crucial for diagnosing oral lesions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report new cases of cinnamon-induced stomatitis.
- To describe the characteristic histopathologic findings.
- To emphasize the importance of recognizing these features for diagnosis.
Main Methods:
- Case series reporting fourteen new instances of cinnamon stomatitis.
- Detailed histopathologic analysis of oral mucosal biopsies.
- Comparison with six cases exhibiting false-positive findings.
Main Results:
- Ten of fourteen cases were identified via specific histopathologic changes.
- Key findings included hyperkeratosis, chronic lichenoid mucositis with plasmacytic infiltration, and perivasculitis.
- Six cases demonstrated histopathologic findings that could be mistaken for other conditions.
Conclusions:
- Histopathologic features described are indicative of cinnamon stomatitis.
- Recognition of these specific changes aids in accurate diagnosis.
- Consideration of cinnamon as an etiological factor is recommended when these features are present.