Early‐onset and persistent traumatic granuloma of the tongue (Riga‐Fede disease) associated with neonatal teeth and Down syndrome

Abstract

Riga‐Fede disease (RFD) is a rare disorder characterized by an ulcerated lesion on the ventral surface of the tongue. It can be seen at any age and has also been referred to as traumatic granuloma of the tongue, eosinophilic granuloma of the tongue, and traumatic ulcerative granuloma with stromal eosinophilia. The sucking reflex, uncontrolled movements of the tongue, and macro‐glossy are risk factors facilitating repetitive trauma produced by the teeth.

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