Leutic glossitis is an intra-oral manifestation caused by_____________?

Correct answer: C. Trepenoma pallidium

  • A. Mycobacterium tuberulosis
  • B. Actinomycosis
  • C. Trepenoma pallidium
  • D. Streptococcus

Explanation

Leutic glossitis is a late oral manifestation of syphilis caused by Treponema pallidum. It produces chronic atrophic and fibrotic changes in the tongue, whereas tuberculosis and streptococcal infection cause different lesions.

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