Oral Disease Flashcards
Anterior oral lesions have a better prognosis than posterior lesions.
True/ False?
True
Women are more affected than men by oral cancer.
True/ False?
False
The ratio is 2:1
List some causes of oral cancer!
Tobacco Alcohol Poor diet Infection Immunosuppression
How many cigarettes are thought to be equivalent to a hookah sesh?
100 cigarettes
One unit of alcohol is roughly how much beer and wine?
Half a pint of beer
Glass of wine
What are some common causes of white patches in the mouth?
Trauma
Infection
Immune reactions
Dysplasia
What are some common causes of red patches in the mouth?
Vasculitis
Immune reactions
Dysplasia
Prognosis for HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer is better than non-HPV associated oropharyngeal cancer.
True/ False?
True
What is an oral disease manifestation of Ca channel blockers?
Gingival hyperplasia
What is an oral disease manifestation of nicorandil?
Oral ulceration
What is are some oral disease manifestations of antihypertensive agents?
Xerostomia
Lichen planus
Angioedema
What does the Challocombe scale measure?
Oral dryness
Describe oral lichen planus!
Lacy white lines/ rash which can develop into ulcers
What are some oral disease manifestations of inhaled corticosteroids?
Candidiasis
Mucosal fragility
Sudden blisters (angina bullosa)
What is an oral disease manifestation of oxygen administration?
Xerostomia