Bacterial Diseases of the Mouth Quiz

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Which bacterium primarily causes Dental Caries (Tooth Decay)?

  • Streptococcus pyogenes
  • Streptococcus mutans (correct)
  • Escherichia coli
  • Salmonella enterica

What is the main symptom of Dental Caries (Tooth Decay)?

  • Fever
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Discolored or hole in tooth enamel (correct)

Which bacterial disease causes Chronic gum disease (Periodontitis)?

  • Actinomyces (correct)
  • Staphylococcus aureus
  • Escherichia coli
  • Streptococcus mutans

How is Chronic gum disease (Periodontitis) treated?

<p>Antibiotics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of Periodontal Disease a. (Caries of the cementum & gingivitis)?

<p>Actinomycetes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Streptococcus mutans contribute to Dental Caries?

<p>Forms dextran from glucose &amp; lactic acid from fructose (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pathogen responsible for causing acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis?

<p>Prevotella intermedia and spirochetes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bacterial disease of the lower digestive system is characterized by symptoms like blood & mucus in stools, abdominal cramps, and fever?

<p>Shigellosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of Staphylococcal Food Poisoning (Staphylococcal Enterotoxicosis)?

<p>Ingestion of enterotoxin in improperly stored foods (room temp) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which pathogen is responsible for causing Typhoid Fever?

<p>Salmonella typhi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symptoms are associated with Vibrio vulnificus gastroenteritis?

<p>Rapidly spreading tissue destruction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bacterial disease of the lower digestive system can cause stomach cancer?

<p>Helicobacter Peptic ulcer disease (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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