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Ahmet Yaşar Turanli

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PubMed2004

Coexistence of HLA-B*08 and HLA-B*18 in four siblings with Lichen sclerosus.

BACKGROUND: Lichen sclerosus (LS), is characterized by localized patches of atrophy and whitening of the skin. The cause of LS remains unknown, but genetic, hormonal, immunologic factors and autoimmune mechanisms have been incriminated. There are conflicting data regarding the association between LS and human leukocyte antigens (HLA). METHODS: We have analyzed the HLA alleles of a family, in which 4 of 5 children have lichen sclerosus. RESULTS: HLA-B*08 and HLA-B*18 alleles were detected in children with LS, but not in a healthy sister. None of the patients had autoimmune disease. CONCLUSION: In our opinion, coexistence of these two alleles may play a role in the development of LS.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2004

Granulomatous glossitis: a case report.

A 50-year-old man was admitted to our clinic with a complaint of lingual enlargement. Detection of non-caseous epithelioid granuloma on histopathological examination led to a diagnosis of a granulomatous glossitis. Extensive investigation for the presence of associated disorders yielded negative results. Metranidazole and clofazimine were totally ineffective and tetracycline led to a minimal improvement. No associated disorder was detected at a 4-year follow-up examination. The position of granulomatous glossitis within the spectrum of orofacial granulomatous conditions is discussed.

Glossitis↗