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Prevalence of Oral Lesions in Patients with Psoriasis: A Cross-Sectional Clinical Study
Reem M Alqahtani1, R S Albalawi1, S S Alanzi1
1Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Aim:
To evaluate the prevalence and types of oral lesions in patients with psoriasis and analyze their association with disease duration and severity.
Methodology:
A cross-sectional study was conducted on 100 psoriatic patients who underwent standardized oral examinations. Clinical data, disease severity (PASI), and oral findings were recorded and analyzed statistically.
Results:
Oral lesions were present in 38% of patients, most frequently fissured tongue (20%) and geographic tongue (10%). Lesion prevalence was significantly associated with longer disease duration and higher PASI scores (P < 0.05).
Conclusion:
Oral lesions are common in psoriasis and correlate with disease severity and chronicity. Routine oral screening in psoriatic patients may aid in early detection and comprehensive care.
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