Publications by authors named "Hallaswamy V Kambalimath"
Int J Adolesc Med Health
July 2017
Article Synopsis
- A 14-year-old boy was admitted to the hospital due to difficulty opening his mouth and a burning sensation when eating spicy food.
- The examination revealed blanching of the oral mucosa and inability to stick out his tongue.
- This case is significant as it emphasizes the rare occurrence of oral submucous fibrosis in young patients linked to long-term use of gutkha, a mixture of betel nut and tobacco.
