Following are the characteristics of Vincent's angina EXCEPT_______________?
Correct answer: D. Caused by leptospira interrogans
- A. Ulcerative gingivostomatitis
- B. Caused due to malnutrition
- C. A symbiotic infection
- D. Caused by leptospira interrogans
Explanation
Vincent's angina is a necrotising ulcerative gingivostomatitis caused by a synergistic fusospirochetal infection, especially Fusobacterium and Borrelia vincentii. Leptospira interrogans causes leptospirosis and is unrelated to this condition.
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