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What are the primary lesions of stomatitis caused by?
What are the primary lesions of stomatitis caused by?
- Direct application of causative agents to mucosa (correct)
- Systemic spread of viremia to the mucosa
- Causative agents gaining entrance to mucosa from viremia
- Bacterial invasion leading to lesion formation
Which clinical finding is NOT associated with stomatitis?
Which clinical finding is NOT associated with stomatitis?
- Salivation may be frothy or profuse
- Increased desire for water
- Partial or complete loss of appetite
- Excessive salivation with long strings of saliva flowing from the mouth (correct)
What is the treatment approach for affected animals with stomatitis?
What is the treatment approach for affected animals with stomatitis?
- Administration of atropine sulphate for temporary relief
- Frequent application of a 2% solution of copper sulphate
- Cauterization with silver nitrate stock for ulcers
- Isolation and separate feeding and watering from other animals (correct)
What is the main purpose of laboratory examinations in diagnosing stomatitis?
What is the main purpose of laboratory examinations in diagnosing stomatitis?
What is ptyalism?
What is ptyalism?
What is the characteristic of stomatitis clinically?
What is the characteristic of stomatitis clinically?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a physical agent causing stomatitis?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a physical agent causing stomatitis?
What infectious agent is associated with lingual abscess?
What infectious agent is associated with lingual abscess?
Which of the following is an example of a chemical agent causing stomatitis?
Which of the following is an example of a chemical agent causing stomatitis?
In what condition can secondary stomatitis occur?
In what condition can secondary stomatitis occur?
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Study Notes
Stomatitis
- Primary lesions of stomatitis are caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Clinical Findings and Diagnosis
- NOT associated with stomatitis: otitis externa
- Main purpose of laboratory examinations: to identify underlying causes
Treatment Approach
- Treatment approach for affected animals: addressing underlying causes and managing symptoms
Ptyalism and Characteristics
- Ptyalism: excessive salivation
- Characteristic of stomatitis clinically: painful inflammation of the oral mucosa
Causes of Stomatitis
- NOT mentioned as a physical agent causing stomatitis: radiation
- Infectious agent associated with lingual abscess: Actinomyces sp.
- Example of a chemical agent causing stomatitis: sulfuric acid
Associated Conditions
- Secondary stomatitis can occur in: immunocompromised animals
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