Celiac Sprue and Gastrointestinal Diseases

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In patients with celiac sprue, what dental problem can occur due to malabsorption of nutrients?

Premature exfoliation of teeth

Delayed eruption of teeth (correct)

Enamel hypoplasia

All of the above

What is the primary treatment for irritable bowel syndrome?

Medications such as laxatives and antispasmodics

Dietary modifications and stress reduction (correct)

Surgery to remove the affected part of the intestine

Antibiotics to treat underlying infections

What is a potential oral health issue in patients with irritable bowel syndrome?

Dry mouth, altered taste, and burning mouth syndrome (correct)

Tooth hypersensitivity

Gingivitis

Xerostomia

What is the main characteristic of diverticulitis?

Inflammation of the diverticula in the intestine Signup and view all the answers

What is the dietary requirement for patients with celiac sprue?

Gluten-free diet Signup and view all the answers

Why are regular dental check-ups important for patients with gastrointestinal diseases?

To monitor for oral manifestations of the disease Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

A weakened lower esophageal sphincter Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

Wheezing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of esophageal manometry in diagnosing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

To measure the pressure within the esophagus Signup and view all the answers

What lifestyle modification is commonly recommended for patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

Elevating the head of the bed Signup and view all the answers

What oral health issue is more common in patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

Xerostomia Signup and view all the answers

What medication is commonly used to treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

Proton pump inhibitors Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Celiac Sprue?

Abnormal immune reaction to gluten Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of Peptic Ulcer Disease?

Abdominal pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the pancreas?

To produce digestive enzymes and hormones Signup and view all the answers

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In patients with celiac sprue, what dental problem can occur due to malabsorption of nutrients?

What is the primary treatment for irritable bowel syndrome?

What is a potential oral health issue in patients with irritable bowel syndrome?

What is the main characteristic of diverticulitis?

What is the dietary requirement for patients with celiac sprue?

Why are regular dental check-ups important for patients with gastrointestinal diseases?

What is the primary cause of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

What is the primary purpose of esophageal manometry in diagnosing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

What lifestyle modification is commonly recommended for patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

What oral health issue is more common in patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

What medication is commonly used to treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

What is the primary cause of Celiac Sprue?

Which of the following is a symptom of Peptic Ulcer Disease?

What is the primary function of the pancreas?

What is the purpose of regular dental check-ups for patients with Peptic Ulcer Disease?

What is the primary method of diagnosing Pancreatic Disease?

What is the primary goal of treatment for Celiac Sprue?

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