Understanding Oral Mucositis

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What is the primary target of radiation and chemotherapy?

  • Only good cells like those in the mouth and throat
  • Only cancer cells
  • Cancer cells and fast-growing cells (correct)
  • Good cells and slow-growing cells

What is the most common site for mucositis?

  • The cheeks and lips
  • The mouth (correct)
  • The tongue
  • The throat

What is a common symptom of oral mucositis?

  • Blood in the eyes
  • Soreness, pain or discomfort in the ears
  • Soreness, pain or discomfort in the mouth or throat (correct)
  • Red, shiny, or swollen areas in the nose

What is a step to help relieve pain and symptoms of oral mucositis?

<p>Stop smoking and/or using tobacco products (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is bisphosphonate-associated osteonecrosis?

<p>The necrosis of bone tissue caused by treatment with a bisphosphonate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does bisphosphonate-associated osteonecrosis commonly occur?

<p>In the jaw bones (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of severe oral mucositis?

<p>Large, widespread, and extremely painful sores (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a dietary recommendation to help relieve pain and symptoms of oral mucositis?

<p>A diet high in protein (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom associated with bisphosphonate use?

<p>Pyrexia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ)?

<p>Exposed bone in the maxillofacial region that does not heal within 8 weeks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Cancrum oris (noma, gangrenous stomatitis)?

<p>Vincent's Spirochaete and the fusiform bacillus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of Cancrum oris (noma, gangrenous stomatitis) on the facial skeleton?

<p>It can cause destruction of the bones of the facial skeleton (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of antibiotics on the mortality rate of Cancrum oris (noma, gangrenous stomatitis)?

<p>It has decreased the mortality rate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of Cancrum oris (noma, gangrenous stomatitis) in terms of morbidity?

<p>It has a high morbidity rate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a nonsurgical management option for bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ)?

<p>Antimicrobial rinses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of necrosis in the areas of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ)?

<p>Pain, swelling, and infection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a known cause of Gingival hyperplasia?

<p>Smoking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which systemic disease is associated with non-inflamed gingival enlargement?

<p>Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common treatment to improve gingivitis caused by bacterial plaque?

<p>Antiseptic mouthwashes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nutritional deficiency can cause non-inflamed gingival enlargement?

<p>Vitamin C deficiency (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is most often associated with non-inflamed gingival enlargement?

<p>Ciclosporin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition is a genetic cause of non-inflamed gingival enlargement?

<p>Hereditary fibromatosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symptom might one notice with oral gonorrhea?

<p>Red or sore throat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a recommended measure to improve gingivitis?

<p>Increasing carbohydrate intake (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of oral TB lesion is the most common?

<p>Superficial ulcers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of the most prevalent form of oral TB lesion?

<p>Often painful (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might oral lesions of TB be overlooked in differential diagnosis?

<p>They can appear before systemic symptoms become apparent (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT listed as a drug used in the treatment of oral TB lesions?

<p>Penicillin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which form can TB osteomyelitis take within the jaw?

<p>Simple bony radiolucency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of TB lesions in their clinical presentation?

<p>Nonspecific (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is most commonly associated with secondary oral lesions?

<p>Concomitant cutaneous eruption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the most common mucous patches described?

<p>Oval or serpiginous erosions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment of choice for tertiary syphilis?

<p>Three to four doses of benzathine penicillin G (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment is used for patients allergic to penicillin in cases of syphilis?

<p>Ceftriaxone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is most commonly associated with secondary oral TB lesions?

<p>Middle-aged and elderly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are oral TB lesions most commonly found?

<p>Tongue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symptom differentiates primary from secondary oral TB lesions?

<p>Pain level of the ulcer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of lesion is not typically associated with oral TB?

<p>Erosions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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