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Squamous Cell Papilloma on the lip: A Rare Case Report

Aishwarya Agarwal, Ambika Nandini, Jyothsna. V.Setty, Nagalakshmi Chowdhary, Veena.S, Sharmila.D

International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Case Reports · pp. 14–19 · Published 5 Oct 2024

10.9734/ijmpcr/2024/v17i4395

Abstract

Squamous cell papilloma, is a benign, soft, cauliflower-like growth caused due to the rapid proliferation of the stratified squamous epithelium in the oral cavity. Its etiology is not exactly known but it is generally associated with infection Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), trauma /irritation, Immunocompromised status, lifestyle, and habits (tobacco use, alcohol consumption, etc.), poor diet and psychological factors. It predominantly occurs in middle age and in can also be seen in children accounting to 8% of all oral tumours in children. This case report sheds light on one such case of a 14 -year female patient with a white growth on the upper lip.

Benign tumor Squamous papilloma oral papilloma human papilloma virus

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