Aphthoid pospischill-feyrterB00.8

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

aphthoid polypathy; vagrant aphthoid; Vagrant Aphthoid

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HistoryThis section has been translated automatically.

Pospischill 1921; Feyrter 1926

DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Rare, severe form of gingivostomatitis herpetica. Herpes simplex virus infections...

EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.

Mostly a consequence of viral or bacterial infections, e.g. whooping cough, scarlet fever, measles, varicella or in immunosuppressive therapy.

ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.

Occurs mainly in children with a weakened immune system; rarely in adults.

LocalizationThis section has been translated automatically.

Oral mucosa, face (especially centrofacial), genitals. Possible spread to pharynx and oesophagus, infestation of the fingertips.

Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.

Severe gingivostomatitis herpetica. On the outer skin herpes simplex eruptions with marginal growth of efflorescences and tendency to impetiginisation. Severe impairment of the general condition.

DiagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.

Increase in herpes simplex antibody titre (IgG), IgM.

External therapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Corresponding to gingivostomatitis herpetica.

Internal therapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Aciclovir (e.g. Zovirax) 5-10 mg/kg bw i.v. as a short infusion every 8 hours for 5-10 days (dosage recommendation applies to adults).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer