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Viral Infections in Dentistry

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What is the primary source of Herpetic Lesions in adults?

Cutting

Chickenpox

Genital region (correct)

Sucking of fingernail

What is the name of the virus that causes Shingles?

Varicella Zoster Virus (correct)

Hepatitis Virus

Herpes Simplex Virus

HIV

What is the mechanism of action of Acyclovir?

Boosting the immune system

Killing infected cells

Reducing fever

Interfering with viral DNA synthesis (correct)

Why is Acyclovir effective in treating Herpetic Lesions?

It exerts its action on infected cells and is non-toxic to normal cells Signup and view all the answers

How is Acyclovir excreted by the body?

Through the kidneys without change Signup and view all the answers

What is the difficulty with oral administration of Acyclovir?

It has a poor absorption Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of Acyclovir in the treatment of HSV?

To decrease signs and symptoms associated with HSV infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of Penciclovir over Acyclovir?

It achieves a higher intracellular concentration Signup and view all the answers

What is the dosage of Acyclovir for oral administration?

400mg tab PO TID / 5 Days Signup and view all the answers

What is the indication for IV administration of Acyclovir?

Severe primary herpetic gingivostomatitis Signup and view all the answers

What is the use of Ganciclovir in the management of HIV/AIDS patients?

Cytomegalovirus retinitis Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation of Acyclovir use?

It should be limited to immunocompromised patients Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herpes simplex virus primarily causes herpes labialis?

HSV-1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical incubation period for primary herpes simplex infections (HSV-1)?

Five days Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herpes simplex virus is typically associated with genital herpes?

HSV-2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary management approach for herpetic gingivostomatitis?

Supportive measures Signup and view all the answers

Where does the herpes simplex virus remain latent after a primary herpetic gingivostomatitis infection?

In the trigeminal ganglion Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the virus that causes shingles?

VZV Signup and view all the answers