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Angina Bullosa Hemorrhagica: Treatment & Medication
Updated: May 22, 2008
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Treatment
Medical Care
No treatment is required because the blood blisters spontaneously rupture and heal. Coagulation tests and platelet count may be indicated to rule out a blood dyscrasia. Any large, intact blood blister should be incised to prevent further enlargement that could cause airway obstruction.
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Keywords
traumatic oral hemophlyctenosis, angina bullosa hemorrhagica, angina bullosa haemorrhagica, ABH, oral blisters, localized oral purpura
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