What is Orofacial Granulomatosis?
Orofacial granulomatosis (OFG) is a rare condition which involves inflammation of the lips and oral cavity. It is though to linked with inflammatory bowel disease, specifically Crohn’s disease, although it can exist as a separate orofacial condition by itself.
Causes of Orofacial Granulomatosis
The cause of OFG and IBD remains unknown but is likely to be a complex interaction between environmental factors triggering an abnormal inflammatory immune response in people with a genetic risk.
Treatment options include dietary modification (cinnamon- & benzoate- free diet) and medical therapy such as immunosuppressant drugs. Rarely, surgery is required.
If you want more information or are worried about OFG, you can book an urgent consultation with Dr Goel to discuss investigation and treatment options best suited to you.