Median Rhomboid Glossitis

Aka: Median Rhomboid Glossitis

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II. Pathophysiology

  1. Erythematous Candidiasis (see Thrush)

III. Symptoms

  1. Typically asymptomatic
  2. Burning or itching is possible

IV. Signs

  1. Denuded, red smooth, shiny, sharply circumscribed symmetric Plaque
  2. Appears on posterior midline dorsal Tongue

V. Differential Diagnosis

  1. Geographic Tongue

VI. Management

  1. Treat with oral Antifungals for candida
    1. See Thrush

VII. References

  1. Cooke (1975) Br J Dermatol 93(4): 399-405 [PubMed]

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