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==Overview==
'''Trench mouth'''  is a polymicrobial [[infection]] of the [[gums]] leading to inflammation, bleeding, deep [[ulcer]]ation and [[necrotic]] gum tissue; there may also be fever.


==Risks factors==
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This disorder is rare. When it does occur, trench mouth most often affects persons ages 15 - 35.
This disorder is rare. When it does occur, trench mouth most often affects persons ages 15 - 35.


==See also==
==References==
* [[Trench foot]] 
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* [[Riggs' disease]] 


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Revision as of 18:47, 11 December 2012

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]


Risks factors

  • Emotional stress
  • Poor oral hygiene
  • Poor nutrition
  • Smoking
  • Throat, tooth, or mouth infections

This disorder is rare. When it does occur, trench mouth most often affects persons ages 15 - 35.

References

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