Glossitis interstitialis superficialisA52.3
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Diffuse, interstitial, granulomatous inflammation of the mucous membrane parts of the back of the tongue with development of atrophy in the context of syphilis III.
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Superficial shrinkage and sclerotherapy of the back of the tongue, destruction of the papillae. Often leukoplakia.