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Oral Pathology focuses on the study of disease outside the oral cavity.
Oral Pathology focuses on the study of disease outside the oral cavity.
False
Periodontitis is linked to more than 50 systemic diseases and conditions.
Periodontitis is linked to more than 50 systemic diseases and conditions.
True
Epidemiology is the study of the causes of a disease.
Epidemiology is the study of the causes of a disease.
False
A symptom of a disease refers to what a patient reports about how they feel.
A symptom of a disease refers to what a patient reports about how they feel.
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The etiology of a disease refers to its likely outcome.
The etiology of a disease refers to its likely outcome.
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Study Notes
Pathology and Oral Pathology
- Pathology is the study of disease, while oral pathology focuses specifically on diseases within the oral cavity.
- Systemic and infectious diseases often exhibit oral manifestations, highlighting the importance of oral health in overall bodily health.
Periodontal Medicine
- Introduced as a result of observations connecting oral infections to systemic diseases approximately a decade ago.
- Emphasizes the relationship between periodontal health and overall health.
Periodontitis
- Linked to more than 50 systemic diseases and conditions, underscoring its significance beyond oral health.
- Untreated periodontal disease can lead to symptoms like bleeding gums and potentially enter the bloodstream, heightening the risk of systemic conditions.
Disease Terminology
- Sign: Observable indicators of a disease as noted by a clinician.
- Symptom: Patient-reported feelings or experiences related to their condition.
- Diagnosis: Determination of a disease's nature or circumstances based on collected clinical data.
- Prognosis: Prediction regarding the likely outcome or course of a disease.
- Etiology: Investigation into the cause behind a disease's occurrence.
- Epidemiology: Study examining factors that impact disease distribution within populations.
- Pathogenesis: Detailed process delineating how a disease develops over time.
Making a Diagnosis
- Involves clinical judgment regarding the nature and circumstances surrounding a disease or condition, integrating signs, symptoms, and medical history.
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Description
This quiz explores the link between oral pathology and systemic diseases, highlighting the importance of understanding oral manifestations of various diseases. Learn about periodontal medicine and the implications of untreated oral diseases. Test your knowledge on how oral health is connected to overall systemic health.
