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Nagendra S Chunduri¹, Venkateswarulu Goteki, Vamsi Gelli

¹Bharati Vidyapeet University Dental College and Hospital, Sangli, India. srinivasomfs@gmail.com

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Oral cysticercosis, a rare parasitic infestation, can present as a lower lip nodule. This case highlights the importance of considering parasitic causes for oral lesions, even when they mimic common conditions like mucoceles.

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Area of Science:

Parasitology
Oral Pathology
Infectious Diseases

Background:

Cysticercosis is a significant public health concern, particularly in developing nations.
Oral manifestations of cysticercosis are infrequently documented in medical literature.
Accurate diagnosis of oral lesions is crucial for effective patient management.

Observation:

A 17-year-old male presented with an asymptomatic nodule on his lower lip.
The lesion was initially misdiagnosed as a mucocele, a common benign cyst.
Further investigation revealed the nodule to be a rare instance of oral cysticercosis.

Findings:

The case confirms the possibility of cysticercosis presenting as a seemingly benign oral lesion.
Histopathological examination is essential for definitive diagnosis of parasitic infections in the oral cavity.
This presentation underscores the diagnostic challenges posed by rare parasitic diseases.

Implications:

Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for cysticercosis in patients with unusual oral nodules.
Raising awareness of oral cysticercosis can improve early detection and treatment outcomes.
Further research into the epidemiology and clinical variations of oral cysticercosis is warranted.