Research Notes on Noma
Noma (from Greek numein: to devour) also known as cancrum oris or gangrenous stomatitis, is a gangrenous disease leading to tissue destruction of the face, especially the mouth and cheek. Exact etiology is not known, but noma is likely caused by bacterial infection, specifically by fusospirochetal organisms....read more from Wikipedia
Fast Facts:
- Risk factors may include malnutrition and unsanitary conditions.1
- Symptoms may include mouth ulcer with drainage that has a foul smelling odor.2
- The prognosis for noma is unfavorable.
Top Resources on Noma
- A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Noma
- WrongDiagnosis: Gangrenous Stomatitis (Noma)
- HenriettesHerbal: Gangrenous Stomatitis Also Known as Noma
- Comparative Toxicogenomics Database: Noma
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Research Notes References
- ↑ Wikipedia: Noma (disease)
- ↑ A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Noma
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