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Oral Manifestations in HIV/AIDS-Infected Children

Charles Mugisha Rwenyonyi1, Annet Kutesa, Louis Muwazi

  • 1Department of Dentistry, School of Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda.

European Journal of Dentistry
|July 20, 2011
PubMed

Insights

Most children with HIV/AIDS had oral lesions, especially those not on highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). Oral health in these children requires attention to improve their quality of life.

Area of Science:

  • Oral health
  • Pediatric infectious diseases
  • HIV/AIDS management

Background:

  • Oral manifestations are common in children with HIV/AIDS.
  • Understanding these manifestations is crucial for comprehensive care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify factors affecting oral lesions in HIV/AIDS-infected children.
  • To assess the prevalence and types of oral manifestations.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study of 237 children (1-12 years) in Kampala.
  • Interviews with guardians for demographic, hygiene, and medication data.
  • Clinical examination for oral lesions using WHO criteria.

Main Results:

  • 73% of children had at least one oral lesion; 19% experienced discomfort.
  • Common lesions: cervical lymphadenopathy (60.8%), oral candidiasis (28.3%), gingivitis (19.0%).
  • Lesions were less frequent in children on highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), except for dental caries (42.2% deciduous, 11.0% permanent).

Conclusions:

  • A majority of HIV/AIDS-infected children present with oral lesions.
  • Lesions are more prevalent in children not receiving HAART.
  • Oral health interventions are essential for managing discomfort and improving well-being.
Abstract

Keywords:
HIV/AIDS-infected childrenOral manifestationsUganda

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