Vincent angina

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• Synonyms

  • Vincent's angina
  • Necrotising gingivitis
  • Trench mouth

• Causes

  • Borrelia vincenti
  • Bacteroides
  • Dental abscess
  • Borrelia infection

• Effects

  • Gingivitis
  • Periodontitis
  • Oral ulcer
  • Pharyngitis

• Description

  • "The term trench mouth evolved because the disease was observed in front line soldiers during World War I
  • thought to be a result at least partly because of extreme psychologic stress"