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  • Dermatology
  • Rheumatology
  • Oral Medicine

Background:

  • Intractable gingivitis can be a presenting symptom of underlying systemic conditions.
  • Gingival telangiectases are vascular abnormalities that may signal specific autoimmune diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the association between gingival telangiectases and dermatomyositis.
  • To emphasize the importance of early identification of this oral manifestation for timely diagnosis and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a 36-year-old female patient presenting with persistent gingivitis.
  • Clinical examination focusing on oral findings, specifically gingival telangiectases.

Main Results:

  • The patient exhibited intractable gingivitis for 10 weeks.
  • Gingival telangiectases were identified, suggesting a potential link to dermatomyositis.

Conclusions:

  • Gingival telangiectases can serve as an early diagnostic sign for dermatomyositis.
  • Early recognition of this oral finding is critical for initiating prompt medical intervention and improving patient outcomes.