Herpetic Stomatitis Symptoms and Treatment

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What percentage of patients with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome experience mouth involvement?

75%

100% (correct)

90%

50%

What is a characteristic oral manifestation of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Haemorrhagic crusting on the lips (correct)

Erythematous macules on the tongue

Purulent conjunctivitis

Pustular lesions on the palate

What is the primary difference between Erythema Multiforme Major and Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Extent of mucous membrane involvement (correct)

Type of prodromal symptoms

Type of skin lesions

Duration of prodromal illness

What is the most common ocular manifestation of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Severe catarrhal conjunctivitis Signup and view all the answers

What is a rare complication of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Blindness Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of the skin lesions in Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Erythematous macules with central bulla Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical dosage of medication for children to treat herpetic stomatitis?

100 mg 5 times/day for 5 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of herpetic stomatitis?

H.simplex virus type I Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the vesicles that appear in herpetic stomatitis?

They are preceded by a prodrome and can affect any part of the oral mucosa Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the recurrent lesions that appear in some patients after the primary infection?

Reactivation Signup and view all the answers

What is a common triggering factor for recurrent herpes labialis?

Exposure to strong sunshine Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the vesicles that form in recurrent herpes labialis?

They are clustered and appear along the mucocutaneous junction of the lips Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome when aspirin tablets are held against the mucosa close to an aching tooth?

Superficial necrosis and a white patch Signup and view all the answers

Which drug can cause folate deficiency and macrocytic anaemia?

Phenytoin Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of depressed white cell production?

Necrotizing ulceration of the gingivae and throat Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a side effect of certain drugs?

Increased heart rate Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of removing the irritant in a local reaction to drugs?

Dead epithelium is shed and the mucosa heals Signup and view all the answers

What can cause necrotizing ulceration of the gingivae and throat?

Drugs that depress granulocyte production Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of frictional keratosis lesions?

They are associated with sharp cusps and edges of broken teeth Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a treatment for patients with mild Darier's disease?

A simple emollient and advice about sunshine Signup and view all the answers

What is a complication of Darier's disease?

Chronic pyogenic infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for performing biopsies on frictional keratosis lesions?

To rule out a dysplastic lesion Signup and view all the answers

What is the common underlying cause of frictional keratosis cheek chewing?

Repeated sucking, nibbling, or chewing of the cheek mucosa Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of frictional keratosis lesions histologically?

They show varying degrees of hyperkeratosis and acanthosis Signup and view all the answers

What type of patients are likely to experience viral and fungal infections of the mouth?

Patients who are immunosuppressed Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism by which sulphonamides, barbiturates, or other drugs cause acute erythema multiforme?

The exact mechanism is unknown Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of toxic epidermal necrolysis?

It is a severe and life-threatening reaction Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of fixed drug eruptions?

They recur in the same site each time the drug is given Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of fixed drug eruptions?

Phenolphthalein Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary site of involvement in fixed drug eruptions?

The skin Signup and view all the answers