Persistent Palatal Ulcerations. A Potential Manifestation of Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

J Clin Pediatr Dent. 2020;44(1):52-54. doi: 10.17796/1053-4625-44.1.9.

Abstract

Oral ulcerations in children and adolescents is a common occurrence and affects about 20-30% of this population. This case report describes a unique and serious autoimmune condition that presented with distinct oral findings that significantly supported the differential diagnosis of Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in a 15 year-old female. Pediatric and general dentists should familiarize themselves with the condition to facilitate diagnosis with collaborative efforts with the medical team.

Keywords: Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus; autoimmune disease; malar rash; oral ulcers.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Autoimmune Diseases*
  • Child
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic*
  • Oral Ulcer*