Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2023
Volume : Volume 14
Issue : Issue 5
Address for correspondence :
Shivani Dubey
dubeyshivani1606@gmail.com
Pyogenic granuloma is a tumor-like lesion which develops in response to chronic low-grade irritation, trauma, or in pregnancy. It is an inflammatory response seen in the skin and mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract and oral cavity. Since the disorder is not linked with pus and does not histologically resemble a granuloma, the term “pyogenic granuloma” is confusing. The most frequently affected site in the oral cavity is the gingiva. It can also develop extra-gingivally on the lips, tongue, buccal mucosa, palate, and other areas. Pyogenic granuloma often manifests as a reddish-purple, smooth, or lobulated mass that can be sessile or pedunculated. The size of a granuloma can range from a few millimeters to several centimeters. Here, we describe a case report of an 11-year-old girl who had an atypical pyogenic granuloma of the oral cavity that caused iron deficient anemia.
