Xerostomia Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which systemic disease is associated with uncontrolled diabetes?

  • Thyroid gland dysfunction
  • Autoimmune disease (Sjogren syndrome)
  • Vitamin B deficiency
  • HIV (correct)

Which medication type is listed as a systemic cause of xerostomia?

  • Antifungals
  • Antibiotics
  • Antidepressants (correct)
  • Antivirals

Which local cause of xerostomia is related to head and neck treatment?

  • Head and neck radiotherapy (correct)
  • Salivary gland stone
  • Salivary gland tumor
  • Salivary gland infection

Which function of saliva includes mediating taste sensation?

<p>Mediating taste sensation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical presentation is a sign of xerostomia?

<p>Dry lips (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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