PMC4054025_01
Tongue aspect at the first observation
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F1
After performing an accurate clinical evaluation, the presence of an erythematous depapillated area restricted to the forward part of the papillae circumvallate was identified [Figure 1].
Tongue aspect after 2 weeks of treatment with fluconazole
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F2
On the basis of molecular findings, fluconazole (Diflucan , 50 mg 1 time/die for 14 days) was administered systemically and the complete regression of the tongue lesion was observed after 2 weeks [Figure 2].