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Which type of ulceration is characterized by being acute and often a result of trauma?
Which type of ulceration is characterized by being acute and often a result of trauma?
- Traumatic ulceration (correct)
- Infective ulceration
- Malignant ulceration
- Chronic ulceration
What distinguishes a chronic ulceration from an acute one?
What distinguishes a chronic ulceration from an acute one?
- Presence of infection
- Severity of pain
- Location in the oral cavity
- Duration of the lesion (correct)
In the context of oral lesions, which characteristic is most indicative of malignancy?
In the context of oral lesions, which characteristic is most indicative of malignancy?
- Rapid healing
- Persistent lesion over time (correct)
- Presence of swelling
- Bleeding on contact
Which of the following is NOT commonly associated with traumatic ulceration?
Which of the following is NOT commonly associated with traumatic ulceration?
What is a common diagnostic feature to identify ulcerative lesions in the oral cavity?
What is a common diagnostic feature to identify ulcerative lesions in the oral cavity?
Which condition is likely to be short-lived and occurs intermittently?
Which condition is likely to be short-lived and occurs intermittently?
What is an essential factor in differentiating between infective and traumatic ulcerations?
What is an essential factor in differentiating between infective and traumatic ulcerations?
Which of the following statements about oral ulcerative lesions is correct?
Which of the following statements about oral ulcerative lesions is correct?
What is the primary condition associated with the removal of lower eyelashes due to trichiasis?
What is the primary condition associated with the removal of lower eyelashes due to trichiasis?
What is the likely consequence of severe conjunctival inflammation linked to entropion?
What is the likely consequence of severe conjunctival inflammation linked to entropion?
Which of the following is a potential complication of trichiasis associated with entropion?
Which of the following is a potential complication of trichiasis associated with entropion?
In what condition has the ocular involvement resulted in severe conjunctival scarring?
In what condition has the ocular involvement resulted in severe conjunctival scarring?
Which treatment might an ophthalmologist consider for a patient with trichiasis due to entropion?
Which treatment might an ophthalmologist consider for a patient with trichiasis due to entropion?
What is the result of trichiasis when the eyelashes grow inwards due to entropion?
What is the result of trichiasis when the eyelashes grow inwards due to entropion?
What is a well-known complication of entropion that involves the eyelids?
What is a well-known complication of entropion that involves the eyelids?
What condition leads to nearly complete scarring between the conjunctival mucosa and eyelids?
What condition leads to nearly complete scarring between the conjunctival mucosa and eyelids?
What common site of oral involvement is typically affected by reticular lichen planus?
What common site of oral involvement is typically affected by reticular lichen planus?
What characteristic appearance is associated with erosive lichen planus of the buccal mucosa?
What characteristic appearance is associated with erosive lichen planus of the buccal mucosa?
Which of the following is NOT a common feature of lichen planus?
Which of the following is NOT a common feature of lichen planus?
What clinical presentation might be observed on the dorsal tongue in reticular lichen planus?
What clinical presentation might be observed on the dorsal tongue in reticular lichen planus?
What is a characteristic feature of the lesions seen in a patient experiencing waxing and waning with lichen planus?
What is a characteristic feature of the lesions seen in a patient experiencing waxing and waning with lichen planus?
Through which mechanism is reactive melanosis believed to develop in lichen planus?
Through which mechanism is reactive melanosis believed to develop in lichen planus?
What type of gingivitis is often associated with erosive lichen planus?
What type of gingivitis is often associated with erosive lichen planus?
What kind of treatment is frequently recommended for severe cases of erosive lichen planus?
What kind of treatment is frequently recommended for severe cases of erosive lichen planus?
What percentage of affected patients usually develop ulcerations on the skin?
What percentage of affected patients usually develop ulcerations on the skin?
Which clinical pattern results when gingival tissues are the only affected site?
Which clinical pattern results when gingival tissues are the only affected site?
What happens to the upper eyelid in patients with ocular pemphigoid?
What happens to the upper eyelid in patients with ocular pemphigoid?
What is a common symptom of ocular involvement in mucous membrane pemphigoid?
What is a common symptom of ocular involvement in mucous membrane pemphigoid?
Which of the following conditions can show a similar pattern to desquamative gingivitis?
Which of the following conditions can show a similar pattern to desquamative gingivitis?
What is the initial change in ocular involvement of mucous membrane pemphigoid?
What is the initial change in ocular involvement of mucous membrane pemphigoid?
What characterizes the lesions after the initial bullae rupture in mucous membrane pemphigoid?
What characterizes the lesions after the initial bullae rupture in mucous membrane pemphigoid?
What term describes the condition where eyelashes rub against the eye due to entropion?
What term describes the condition where eyelashes rub against the eye due to entropion?
What is the most common type of recurrent aphthous stomatitis?
What is the most common type of recurrent aphthous stomatitis?
Which of the following statements is true about major aphthous ulcerations?
Which of the following statements is true about major aphthous ulcerations?
What is a characteristic feature of herpetiform aphthous ulcerations?
What is a characteristic feature of herpetiform aphthous ulcerations?
What is the typical healing time for minor aphthous ulcerations?
What is the typical healing time for minor aphthous ulcerations?
Which topical treatment is recommended for localized minor aphthous ulcers?
Which topical treatment is recommended for localized minor aphthous ulcers?
What feature distinguishes herpetiform ulcers from other types?
What feature distinguishes herpetiform ulcers from other types?
What causes pain in recurrent aphthous stomatitis often to be disproportionate to the ulcer size?
What causes pain in recurrent aphthous stomatitis often to be disproportionate to the ulcer size?
Which of the following conditions has been associated with recurrent aphthous stomatitis?
Which of the following conditions has been associated with recurrent aphthous stomatitis?
Which type of aphthous ulceration typically appears as pinpoint lesions?
Which type of aphthous ulceration typically appears as pinpoint lesions?
What is the appropriate treatment for a patient presenting with recalcitrant aphthous ulcers?
What is the appropriate treatment for a patient presenting with recalcitrant aphthous ulcers?
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Study Notes
Vesiculobullous and Ulcerative Lesions
- Oral ulcerative lesions can result from various causes, including trauma, infection, and systemic diseases.
- Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is common, characterized by painful ulcerations in the mouth.
Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (RAS)
Minor Aphthous Ulcerations
- Most prevalent type (80% of RAS cases).
- Diameters range from 3 to 10 mm, typically manifesting as multiple lesions (1 to 5 per episode).
- Symptoms include burning, itching, and stinging prior to ulcer formation.
- Ulcers have a yellow-white membrane and an erythematous halo, healing without scarring within 7-14 days.
- Commonly occur on buccal and labial mucosa, with pain often disproportionate to ulcer size.
Major Aphthous Ulcerations
- Present in 10% of RAS patients, larger (1 to 3 cm) with longer healing periods (2-6 weeks).
- Can affect any oral surface, frequently involving labial mucosa and soft palate.
- May lead to scarring after healing and onset typically occurs post-puberty.
Herpetiform Aphthous Ulcerations
- Characterized by numerous small lesions (1 to 3 mm) that may coalesce into larger ulcers.
- May mimic primary herpes simplex virus lesions but show weak evidence of viral causes.
- Up to 100 small lesions can be present per episode, usually healing within 7-10 days.
- More common in females and may emerge in adulthood.
Diagnosis and Treatment of RAS
- Review medical history for systemic issues.
- Treatment options include dexamethasone solution as mouth rinse, topical corticosteroids (0.05% augmented betamethasone, fluocinonide, clobetasol).
- Recalcitrant cases may require systemic corticosteroids, preferring prednisolone oral suspension.
Lichen Planus
- Characterized by white reticular lines (Wickham striae) and papules on buccal mucosa.
- Common in individuals of color, leading to benign reactive melanosis in lesions.
- Erosive lichen planus can cause desquamative gingivitis with gingival erythema.
Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid (MMP)
- Large, irregular oral ulcers follow the rupture of bullae.
- Often presents as desquamative gingivitis when gingival tissues are the only areas affected.
- Ocular involvement may lead to complications like entropion and trichiasis, and severe scarring can result in blindness.
- Patients with MMP may show ocular inflammation and complications over time, necessitating careful management.
Key Notes
- Recognition and understanding of ulcerative lesions are critical for effective treatment planning.
- Biopsy and further laboratory testing may be required for accurate diagnosis in uncertain cases.
- Regular follow-ups are recommended to monitor systemic involvement and response to treatments.
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