Oropharynx Flashcards
Which drugs often cause dry mouth?
Antimuscarinics and diuretics.
How can dry mouth be treated?
Taking frequent sips of cool drinks, sucking ice, sucking sugar-free pastilles, chewing sugar-free gum (in those with residual salivary secretion), artificial saliva products.
There is no convincing evidence that antiseptic lozenges or sprays can help with oral hygiene. What side effects may they have?
They can irritate and cause soreness to the tongue and lips.
A warm saline mouthwash can help to treat superficial oral infections, how can this be prepared?
By dissolving half a teaspoon of salt in a glassful of warm water.
Which medication may be helpful in the treatment of acute ulcerative gingivitis?
Hydrogen peroxide.
Chlorhexidine is an effective antiseptic which can be used for the treatment of oral infections. What benefits does this medication come with?
It has limited inhibition of plaque on the teeth.
What is high fluoride toothpaste used for?
The prophylaxis of dental carries.
What course of action should be taken when a patient presents with an unexplained mouth ulcer of more than three weeks?
Urgent referral to hospital to rule out cancer.
Which preparations can be used in the treatment of oral ulceration or inflammation?
Saline mouthwash, chlorhexidine mouthwash, oral corticosteroids, benzydamine, flurbiprofen, choline salicylate.
Which organisms cause most sore throats?
Virus’.
What is used to treat bacterial sore throats?
Systemic penicillin’s or metronidazole.
What is used to treat oral thrush?
Local nystatin or miconazole.
What age range is miconazole licensed for?
4 months plus.
