Ludwig’s Angina During Pregnancy-A Case Report

Abstract

Pregnancy is accompanied by several physiological changes such as altered salivary flow rate, mucosal immunity and altered microbial flora. This may predispose pregnant women to oral health problems. This could be accentuated by oral health neglect, polypharmacy and a host of other factors, including dietary modification. However, a very significant percentage of women are not counselled on oral health during pregnancy. Lack of proper oral healthcare and awareness predispose pregnant women to oral and odontogenic infections, which can lead to severe complications. The manuscript aims to present a rare case of Ludwig’s angina (LA) in a full-term pregnant woman requiring immediate attention.

Keywords

• airway obstruction
• dental caries
• ludwig’s angina
• oral health in pregnancy