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What is the key difference between an allergy and toxicity?
What is the key difference between an allergy and toxicity?
- Allergies are dose-dependent, while toxicities are not.
- Allergies exhibit similar reactions on subsequent exposure, while toxicities do not.
- Allergies are immune-based, while toxicities are non-specific. (correct)
- Allergies lead to accumulative effects, while toxicities do not.
Which type of hypersensitivity involves an immediate, IgE-mediated reaction like anaphylaxis?
Which type of hypersensitivity involves an immediate, IgE-mediated reaction like anaphylaxis?
- Type IV
- Type I (correct)
- Type III
- Type II
What is the primary reason why allergies are not dose-dependent?
What is the primary reason why allergies are not dose-dependent?
- The immune system ignores the dose of allergens.
- Small doses of allergens can still trigger a reaction. (correct)
- Allergens do not have a dose-response relationship.
- Allergies are only triggered by large doses of allergens.
Which route of entry for allergic reactions involves hay fever and asthma?
Which route of entry for allergic reactions involves hay fever and asthma?
What is the key characteristic of Type IV hypersensitivity?
What is the key characteristic of Type IV hypersensitivity?
Why must dental teams be knowledgeable about managing anaphylaxis?
Why must dental teams be knowledgeable about managing anaphylaxis?
What oral side effect can salazopyrene have?
What oral side effect can salazopyrene have?
What is a possible allergic reaction to toothpastes and mouthwashes?
What is a possible allergic reaction to toothpastes and mouthwashes?
What is the best method to test for type IV hypersensitivity?
What is the best method to test for type IV hypersensitivity?
Which drug can cause a side effect of loss of taste?
Which drug can cause a side effect of loss of taste?
What is a symptom of Angioedema?
What is a symptom of Angioedema?
What is a possible allergic reaction to creams, ointments, and impression materials?
What is a possible allergic reaction to creams, ointments, and impression materials?
What filling material can cause a lichenoid reaction on the buccal mucosa?
What filling material can cause a lichenoid reaction on the buccal mucosa?
What are 4 adverse effects associated with Local Anesthetics (LA)?
What are 4 adverse effects associated with Local Anesthetics (LA)?
What are 4 ways type IV hypersensitivity can occur orally?
What are 4 ways type IV hypersensitivity can occur orally?
What drugs can cause a side effect of oral ulceration?
What drugs can cause a side effect of oral ulceration?
What is the main cause of chronic angioedema according to the text?
What is the main cause of chronic angioedema according to the text?
Which type of food allergy reaction is characterized by symptoms like perioral erythema, lip swelling, and nausea + vomiting?
Which type of food allergy reaction is characterized by symptoms like perioral erythema, lip swelling, and nausea + vomiting?
What type of reaction is a delayed food allergy, and what distinguishes it from an immediate reaction?
What type of reaction is a delayed food allergy, and what distinguishes it from an immediate reaction?
Which condition is specifically characterized by symptoms like eczema, joint pain, and urinary frequency?
Which condition is specifically characterized by symptoms like eczema, joint pain, and urinary frequency?
What is the main allergen that causes Oral Allergy Syndrome?
What is the main allergen that causes Oral Allergy Syndrome?
Which test is specifically used for delayed hypersensitivity reactions?
Which test is specifically used for delayed hypersensitivity reactions?
What medication can be used for the treatment of allergies according to the text?
What medication can be used for the treatment of allergies according to the text?
In the context of allergies, what do pollen allergies mainly arise from?
In the context of allergies, what do pollen allergies mainly arise from?
What age group tends to develop pollen allergies more frequently based on the information provided?
What age group tends to develop pollen allergies more frequently based on the information provided?
