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Commonly misdiagnosed as a stomatitis, this problem is a secondary to [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|MBD]]. This condition results from exposure of the gingiva, secondary to a malformation due to MBD, which allows tissue to become inflamed. The exposed oral mucosa is not generally infected.
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Commonly misdiagnosed as a stomatitis, this problem is a secondary to [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|MBD]]. This condition results from exposure of the gingiva, secondary to a malformation due to [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|MBD]], which allows tissue to become inflamed. The exposed oral mucosa is not generally infected.
  
 
*'''Clinical signs''' include other signs of [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|MBD]] and gingivitis.
 
*'''Clinical signs''' include other signs of [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|MBD]] and gingivitis.

Revision as of 14:36, 30 March 2010



Commonly misdiagnosed as a stomatitis, this problem is a secondary to MBD. This condition results from exposure of the gingiva, secondary to a malformation due to MBD, which allows tissue to become inflamed. The exposed oral mucosa is not generally infected.

  • Clinical signs include other signs of MBD and gingivitis.
  • Diagnosis - history, clinical examination, and microscopy, culture and sensitivity (if thought necessary).
  • Treatment - frequent gentle cleaning with a cotton-bud generally controls this problem; application of lip balm may help in some cases.
  • Prevention - appropriate husbandry and diet.