Plasma cell mucositis

Abstract

A case of plasma cell mucositis is described for its rarity. A probable aetiological correlation with periodontitis is discussed. The patient showed good response to intralesional and topical steroids.

Plasma-cell cheilitis: successful treatment with intralesional injections of corticosteroids

“…Although the dose of intralesional corticosteroids was lower than those reported by Kaur et al. 9 and Yang et al. , 6 our patient had a good outcome with no recurrence in 1 year of follow‐up.…”

“…Surprisingly, successful treatment with intralesional corticosteroids was not reported until 2001, when Kaur et al. 9 treated a case with a combination of topical and intralesional triamcinolone acetonide 10 mg/mL at an interval of 2 weeks for three sessions. Subsequently, Yang et al.…”

Plasma cell mucositis of the larynx

“…A case presented by Tong et al believed that a toothpaste may be responsible, with the possibility of an ingredient evoking a hypersensitivity reaction. Other case reports have emphasized the presence of severe periodontitis . There is also some suggestion of an association with pre‐existing autoimmune disease, and this is particularly evident in a case report by Lee et al discussing a patient with SLE and Sjogren's syndrome.…”

Plasma Cell Mucositis of Oro- and Hypopharynx: A Case Report

“…A review of the literature has shown that plasma cell mucositis has been treated with topical [15], intralesional [9, 16], and systemic corticosteroids [3]. Antibiotics [17], antifungals [9, 18], cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen) laser, and excision have also been used.…”