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Ludwig’s Angina Following Self Application of an Acidic Chemical


OO Gbolahan
S Olowookere
A Aboderin
O Omopariola

Abstract

Ludwig’s angina is a potentially life threatening diffuse cellulitis usually resulting from odontogenic infection. We report a case of Ludwig’s angina resulting from self administration of an acidic chemical to treat toothache.

Keywords: Toothache, Acid chemical, Ludwig’s angina


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