Oral cavity & Pharynx Flashcards

1
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precancerous oral lesion that appears as white patches/plaques/non-removable

A

Leukoplakia

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2
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leukoplakia steps in formation

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hyperplasia–>dysplasia–>carcinoma in situ–>invasive malignant tumor

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3
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other conditions not associated w/malignancy associated w/ leukoplakia

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hyperkeratosis from chronic irritation

eg, dentures, tobacco, etc.

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4
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Tx of Precancerous lesions

A

should be surgically removed ;

cryotherapy & laser ablation have been used

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5
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Most common oral cancer

A

Squamous Cell Carcinoma

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6
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oral pigmented lesions

A

Melanoma

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7
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fluid-filled cavities w/mucous glands lining epithelium after mild oral trauma on the lower lip

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Mucoceles

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8
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two forms of lichen planus

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Reticular

Erosive

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9
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white lacy striations (wickham’s striae) or papules on buccal mucosa (no pain)

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Reticular :ichen PLanus

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10
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Zones of tender erythema & painful ulcers surrounded by white, radiating striae

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Erosive Lichen PLanus

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11
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Tx of Asymptomatic Lichen Planus

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regular follow-up

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12
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Tx of Symptomatic Lichen Planus

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manage pain & discomfort

topical + systemic corticosteroids, cyclosporines, retinoids

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13
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erythema of oral cavity w/creamy-white, curd-like patches. Fluctuating mouth / throat discomfort

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Oral Candidiasis

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14
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Tx of Thrush on infants

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cleans everything nipples, pacifiers

Nystatin suspension x 2wks until 2-3 days after resolution

refractory gentian violet or oral fluconazole

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15
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Tx of mild thrush in older children

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<50% mucosal involvement:
Topical nystatin QID or
Clotrimazole lozenges 10mg 5-6 x a day

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16
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Tx of Severe Thrush in older children

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> /= 50% oral mucosal &/or deep erosive / refractory

Fluconazole 6mg/kg po on 1st day, 3mg/kg x 7-14 days

17
Q

Tx of Thrush in Adults

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fluconazole 100mg PO x 7 day
Ketoconazole 200-400mg PO 7-14 days
Nystatin mouth ring 5mg swish before swallow

HIV+ Tx’d for longer

18
Q

prodromal pain, burning, &/or tingling x 24 hrs, clusters of small vesicles on vermilion border which rupture/ulcerate/& crust in 24-48 hrs

A

Herpetic Gingivostomatitis

HSV-1

19
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Diagnosis of Herpetic Gingivostomatitis

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multinucleated giant cells on Tzanck smear

20
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Tx of Herpetic Gingivostomatitis

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Acyclovir200-800mg PO 5 x day for 7-10 days

Valacyclovit 1000mg PO BID 7-10 days

21
Q

Tx of Herpetic Gingivostomatitis only effective if initiated w/in

A

24-48 hrs of prodromal Sx’s

22
Q

Criteria suggesting Group A Streptococcus (GAS) “Strep Throat”

A

Fever (>100.4)
Anterior cervical LAD
No Cough
Tonsillar Exudate

23
Q

Most common cause of pharyngitis

A

Viral agent

24
Q

Cough, rhinorrhea &/or lack of exudate

A

Viral pharyngitis

25
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Marked cervical LAD, palatal petechiae & SHAGGY white-purple tonsilar exudate

A

Mononucleosis

26
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Pharyngitis, malaise & low grade fever - GRAY tonsillar PSEUDOMEMBRANE

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Diptheria

27
Q

Tx of GAS strep throat

A

Pen VK DOC
ADULTS- 500mg PO BID x 10days
Children- PVK 250mg PO BID/TID x 10 days

28
Q

Sx of peritonsillar cellulitis & Abscess

A

Sever sore throat, odynophagia
Trismus, medial deviation of soft palate/pertosillar fold
ABnormal voice muffled

29
Q

Dx of peritonsillar cellulitis & Abscess

A

US or CT

needle aspiration in pus present

30
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Tx of peritonsillar cellulitis no evidence of airway compromise/septicemia/severe trismus

A

ENT Consult

Empiric IV ABX to cover GABHS, S. aureus, & respiratory anaerobes

31
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Tx of peritonsillar Abscess no airways Sx’s does have fever, trimus, voice change, peritonsillar swelling, uvular deviation

A

Needle aspiration + admission w/o imaging x 24 hrs of hydration, ABX & analgesia

Tonsillectomy or I&D reserved for those that dont respond to Tx

32
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affects parotid/submandibular gland/duct with dehydration/chronic illness w/ ductal obstruction mucous plugs-salivary stasis & 2ndary infection S. aureus MC

A

Sialadenitis

33
Q

Sx of Sialadenitis

A

gland swelling
pain/swelling w/meals
tenderness/erythema of duct opening
exudate messaged from duct

34
Q

Tx of Mild Sialadenitis

A

increase salivary flow
hydration, warm compress, message gland
Sialagogues (lemon drops)

35
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Tx of less severe Sialadenitis

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PO ABX to cover S. aureus

36
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Tx of severe Sialadenitis

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IV ABX (Nafcillin 1gm IV q 4-6 hrs)followed by PO x 10days if no airway compromise

37
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Sialadenitis not responding to Tx

A

concern for suppurative Sialadenitis severe life-threatening
get US or CT
require I&D

38
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Tx of Parotitis

A

Immediate referral required
Hydration & IV ABX
Nafcillin & metronidazole or clinda
Vanc for immunocompromised

often dont respon need I&D to resolve