Mouth Signs Flashcards
What is an apthous ulcer?
Recurrent round of oval ulcer on mucous membrane in mouth
What condition are apthous ulcers associated with?
Inflammatory bowel disease
What is a good length of time for an apthous ulcer?
> 3 weeks is bad
Pre-malignant
What is oral candidiasis?
Oral thrush - infection of by candida fungus
Who gets oral candidiasis?
Extremes of age
Immunosuppression
Antibiotic use
Steroid inhalers
What is the difference between oral candidiasis and leukoplakia?
Oral candidiasis can be scraped of the tongue
Leukoplakia cannot
What is leukoplakia?
Condition in which thick white/grey patches appear on the tongue
Pre-malignant sign
What is hairy leukoplakia?
Raised white patches
Caused by Epstein-Barr virus
Associated with weak immune systems - HIV
What is angular stomatitis?
Erythema and maceration of skin at the corners of mouth
What are some causes of angular stomatitis?
Vitamin B deficiencies
Iron deficiency
Candida infection
What is microstomia?
Small mouth
What causes microstomia?
Craniofacial syndromes
Scarring
Systemic scleroderma
What is gingivitis?
Inflammation of the gums
What medications can cause gingivitis?
Cyclosporin
Phenytoin
Antidepressants
Antihistamines
What can cause hyperpigmentation?
Addisons disease
Purtz-Jegher Syndrome
Malaria medication
