Aspirin induced intraoral burn: A rare case report with emphasis on its diagnosis

Authors : Amita Poswal, Harsha Jain, Balram Garg, Pradeep Sharma

DOI : 10.18231/2393-9834.2018.0039

Volume : 6

Issue : 2

Year : 0

Page No : 172-173

Introduction: We present a case of chemical burn due to use of aspirin for pain control as self-medication. A patient placed Aspirin tablet in the right posterior lingual vestibule. A diagnosis of chemical burn was made based on history and clinical examination. Patient was advised to discontinue the habit and self- medication and was treated symptomatically.

Keywords: Chemical burn, Aspirin, Recreational drugs.


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