| gingivosis | A clinical term for a gingival condition of unknown aetiology, usually encountered in middle-aged and older women, characterised by erythema, mucosal atrophy, and desquamation, and usually accompanied by a burning sensation and pain; diagnosis is usually made by biopsy and direct immunofluorescence. Synonym: gingivosis. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| gingivostomatitis | Inflammation of the gingiva and other oral mucous membranes. Origin: Gingivo-+ G. Stoma, mouth, + -itis, inflammation (05 Mar 2000) |