Viral diseases of the oral mucosa

Dermatol Clin. 2003 Jan;21(1):17-32. doi: 10.1016/s0733-8635(02)00056-6.

Abstract

A wide variety of both DNA and RNA viruses affect the oral cavity. When considered in conjunction with cutaneous features, careful examination of the oral mucosa and oropharynx aids the clinician in making a diagnosis. Examination of the oral cavity should be incorporated as a regular component of the dermatologic examination because diagnostic clues are readily available to assist in the evaluation of infectious processes.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • DNA Virus Infections* / diagnosis
  • DNA Virus Infections* / pathology
  • DNA Virus Infections* / therapy
  • Herpesviridae Infections / diagnosis
  • Herpesviridae Infections / pathology
  • Herpesviridae Infections / therapy
  • Humans
  • Mouth Diseases* / diagnosis
  • Mouth Diseases* / therapy
  • Mouth Diseases* / virology
  • Mouth Mucosa
  • RNA Virus Infections* / diagnosis
  • RNA Virus Infections* / pathology
  • RNA Virus Infections* / therapy