GANGRENOUS STOMATITIDES
\ɡˈaŋɡɹənəs stˈɒmɐtˌɪta͡ɪdz], \ɡˈaŋɡɹənəs stˈɒmɐtˌɪtaɪdz], \ɡ_ˈa_ŋ_ɡ_ɹ_ə_n_ə_s s_t_ˈɒ_m_ɐ_t_ˌɪ_t_aɪ_d_z]\
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A severe gangrenous process occurring predominantly in debilitated and malnourished children, especially in underdeveloped countries. It typically begins as a small vesicle or ulcer on the gingiva that rapidly becomes necrotic and spreads to produce extensive destruction of the buccal and labial mucosa and tissues of the face, which may result in severe disfigurement and even death. Various bacteria have been implicated in the etiology. (Dorland, 27th ed)
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