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Which salivary gland supplies 25% of saliva but supplies 50% upon stimulation?
Which salivary gland supplies 25% of saliva but supplies 50% upon stimulation?
- Sublingual gland
- Submandibular gland
- Minor salivary glands
- Parotid gland (correct)
Which salivary gland contains both serous and mucinous acini?
Which salivary gland contains both serous and mucinous acini?
- Submandibular gland (correct)
- Minor salivary glands
- Parotid gland
- Sublingual gland
Which cranial nerve provides innervation to the parotid gland?
Which cranial nerve provides innervation to the parotid gland?
- CN II (optic nerve)
- CN V (trigeminal nerve)
- CN VII (facial nerve) (correct)
- CN IX (glossopharyngeal nerve)
Where are Von Ebner’s glands primarily located?
Where are Von Ebner’s glands primarily located?
Which salivary gland is the smallest among the major salivary glands?
Which salivary gland is the smallest among the major salivary glands?
Where are the minor salivary glands NOT found?
Where are the minor salivary glands NOT found?
Which branch of the autonomic nervous system is the main stimulus for salivation?
Which branch of the autonomic nervous system is the main stimulus for salivation?
Which neurotransmitter is released by parasympathetic fibers to stimulate saliva production?
Which neurotransmitter is released by parasympathetic fibers to stimulate saliva production?
Which condition is characterized by the presence of sialoliths?
Which condition is characterized by the presence of sialoliths?
Which disease is considered a neoplastic salivary gland disease?
Which disease is considered a neoplastic salivary gland disease?
What type of saliva does the sympathetic branch stimulate compared to the parasympathetic branch?
What type of saliva does the sympathetic branch stimulate compared to the parasympathetic branch?
Which autoimmune disease affects salivary glands and is characterized by dry mouth and eyes?
Which autoimmune disease affects salivary glands and is characterized by dry mouth and eyes?
Which salivary gland tumor is rare in any other salivary gland except the parotid gland?
Which salivary gland tumor is rare in any other salivary gland except the parotid gland?
What is a common risk factor associated with the development of Warthin Tumor?
What is a common risk factor associated with the development of Warthin Tumor?
In which salivary gland is Polymorphous Adenocarcinoma almost exclusively found?
In which salivary gland is Polymorphous Adenocarcinoma almost exclusively found?
What is a characteristic feature of Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma that may be noted before the appearance of a nodule?
What is a characteristic feature of Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma that may be noted before the appearance of a nodule?
What is the recommended treatment for Mucocele in the upper lip?
What is the recommended treatment for Mucocele in the upper lip?
Which salivary gland tumor has an exceptionally low incidence in black people?
Which salivary gland tumor has an exceptionally low incidence in black people?
What autoantibodies are often found in patients with Sjogren's Syndrome?
What autoantibodies are often found in patients with Sjogren's Syndrome?
Which demographic group is more commonly affected by Sjogren's Syndrome?
Which demographic group is more commonly affected by Sjogren's Syndrome?
Which of the following is considered premalignant for lymphoma in Sjogren's Syndrome?
Which of the following is considered premalignant for lymphoma in Sjogren's Syndrome?
What is a common symptom of Sjogren's Syndrome related to taste dysfunction?
What is a common symptom of Sjogren's Syndrome related to taste dysfunction?
Which diagnostic criteria for Sjogren's Syndrome involves a blood test for specific antibodies?
Which diagnostic criteria for Sjogren's Syndrome involves a blood test for specific antibodies?
What is the significance of abnormal ocular staining in the diagnosis of Sjogren's Syndrome?
What is the significance of abnormal ocular staining in the diagnosis of Sjogren's Syndrome?
What is a common symptom associated with sensory neuropathies in the context of the text?
What is a common symptom associated with sensory neuropathies in the context of the text?
How is xerostomia commonly managed in the text?
How is xerostomia commonly managed in the text?
What is a long-term risk mentioned for patients in the text?
What is a long-term risk mentioned for patients in the text?
What is the clinical presentation of sialadenosis as described in the text?
What is the clinical presentation of sialadenosis as described in the text?
How can oral stomatitis be managed according to the text?
How can oral stomatitis be managed according to the text?
What is the treatment option mentioned for reducing the clearance of lacrimal fluid into the nose?
What is the treatment option mentioned for reducing the clearance of lacrimal fluid into the nose?
