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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