Out of syphilitic glossitis, plummer vinson syndrome Mikulicz's syndrome and hepatitis A; which of these predispose to squamous cell arcinoma ______________?

Correct answer: A. Syphilitic glossitis and plummer vinson syndrome

  • A. Syphilitic glossitis and plummer vinson syndrome
  • B. Syphilitic glossitis and Mikulicz's syndrome
  • C. Plummer vinson disease and hepatitis A
  • D. Hepatitis A and Mikulicz's Syndrome

Explanation

Syphilitic glossitis and Plummer-Vinson syndrome are recognized risk conditions for squamous cell carcinoma, particularly involving the tongue or upper aerodigestive tract. Hepatitis A and Mikulicz syndrome are not the classic predisposing conditions listed here.

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