Bacterial Infections of the Oral Cavity
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Which microorganism is the causative agent of Scarlet Fever?

  • Streptococcus mutans
  • β-hemolytic streptococci (correct)
  • Neisseria meningitidis
  • Staphylococcus aureus

During which season does Scarlet Fever commonly occur?

  • Winter (correct)
  • Autumn
  • Summer
  • Spring

How does Scarlet Fever commonly spread?

  • Mosquito bites
  • Through contaminated water
  • Direct contact (correct)
  • Through foodborne transmission

What characteristic skin rash is produced in Scarlet Fever?

<p>Erythematous rash (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the body does the causative microorganism of Scarlet Fever usually enter through?

<p>Respiratory system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common clinical features of Scarlet Fever?

<p>Rash on hands and feet, sore throat, fever (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common oral manifestation of Scarlet Fever?

<p>Stomatitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe the appearance of the tongue during the first 2 days of Scarlet Fever?

<p>White Strawberry Tongue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the tongue after the initial 2 days of Scarlet Fever?

<p>It becomes deep red, glistening, and smooth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In severe cases of Scarlet Fever, what oral complication may occur?

<p>Ulceration of buccal mucosa (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment of choice for Scarlet Fever?

<p>Oral penicillin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the causative organism of Diphtheria?

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

What is a common clinical feature of Diphtheria?

<p>Sore throat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What oral manifestation is characteristic of Diphtheria?

<p>Patchy diphtheritic membrane (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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