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Oral dermatological conditions: a clinical study
Samarjit Roy1, Saurabh Varshney2
1Department of Dermatology & Venereology, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Ram Nagar, Doiwala, Dehradun, 248140 Uttarakhand India.
Summary
This study investigated oral dermatological conditions in Dehradun, finding aphthous ulcers and pemphigus vulgaris to be most common. Oral cavity dermatoses affected 1.26% of patients, with a 2:3 male to female ratio.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oral Medicine
Background:
- Oral cavity conditions are diverse and frequently present with dermatological manifestations.
- Understanding the patterns of these conditions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the clinical characteristics of dermatological conditions affecting the oral cavity.
- To determine the prevalence and patterns of oral dermatoses in the Dehradun region.
Main Methods:
- A prospective study involving 150 patients with oral lesions attending Dermatology/ENT departments.
- Clinical examinations, including cutaneous assessment, and investigations such as blood tests, KOH mounts, Tzanck tests, and biopsies were performed.
Main Results:
- Oral dermatoses were observed in 1.26% of 11,840 patients over one year.
- Aphthous ulcer (28.57%) and pemphigus vulgaris (26.60%) were the most prevalent conditions.
- Other significant findings included Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) (17.02%), oral candidiasis (16.07%), and lichen planus (12.77%).
Conclusions:
- Aphthous ulcers and pemphigus vulgaris are leading causes of oral dermatological conditions in this region.
- The study highlights the importance of considering dermatological diagnoses for oral lesions.
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