Noma - a neglected disease of malnutrition and poor oral hygiene: A mini-review.

Malnutrition and poor oral hygiene found to be ingrained in the pathogenesis of noma. For effective management and prevention of noma, it is necessary to underpin adequate nutritional supplementation (including vitamins). As a primary prevention strategy, healthcare workers' training should be strengthened to improve the diagnosis and treatment of oral infections, including noma.