Recurrent ulcers occurring on gingiva and palate are most probably________________?
Correct answer: D. Herpes simplex
- A. Aphthous ulcers
- B. Lesions of Behcet's syndrome
- C. koplick spots
- D. Herpes simplex
Explanation
Recurrent HSV lesions favor keratinized mucosa, including the hard palate and attached gingiva, whereas aphthous ulcers usually affect nonkeratinized mucosa such as the labial or buccal mucosa. This distribution points to herpes simplex.
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