Abstract
Geographic tongue is a recurrent benign condition of tongue, which occurs in a diversity of age groups, and more prevalent in females than males. It is usually an asymptomatic condition, but some patients gives history of burning sensation, pain and during exacerbations submandibular lymphadenopathy. It has variable presentation in shape and size of lesions. Though it is a prevalent condition the definite etiology is not known. Usually considered as an oral manifestation of psoriasis, but definite results were not published till the date. This case report is to present the variable age groups and presenting symptoms and review about the possible etiology, associated factors and treatment of geographic tongue.
Keywords: Geographic tongue, Wandering rash, Erythema migrans, Cervical lymphadenopathy
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Corresponding Author
Dr M. Chandrasekhar
Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology
Government Dental College, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh, India
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v7i4.121
