White Tissue Lesions (Non-malignant) II Flashcards
Which is true about oral hairy leukoplakia?
A) Asymptomatic non-removable white lesion
B) High malignant potential
C) Marker of poor prognosis in HIV
D) Only occurs in HIV patients
C
Which of the following does not describe oral lichen planus?
A) Can present as papular, atrophic, plaque, erosive and reticular types
B) Clinically presents with lacelike networks of slightly raised gray-white lines
C) Commonly found on the upper lip
D) Frequently associated with patient complaints of sensitivity to hot, acidic or spicy food
C
Which of the following is false about oral lichen planus?
A) Bilateral and symmetrical
B) Found on multiple sites
C) Less common in males
D) Most commonly found on the anterior buccal mucosa
D
A 55 year old female patient came to your clinic complaining of ulceration and bleeding and irritation with tooth brushing, and a change in taste. The patient presents with bilateral, symmetrical lesions on her posterior buccal mucosa and tongue. The lesions have a lacelike network of slightly raised whitish lines. What will be your management of the lesions?
A) No treatment
B) Prescribe tramadol
C) Prescribe betamethasone
D) Surgically remove the lesions
C
Which of the following is true about oral lichen planus?
A) It can change forms and often relapses.
B) It does not have chances of malignant transformation.
C) It presents as unilateral and localised in one site only.
D) It is an acute inflammatory disorder.
A
Which of the following is not an aggravating factor of oral lichen planus?
A) Candida
B) Consuming spicy food
C) Constantly sipping a beverage throughout the day
D) Toothpaste
C
A patient presents with a white lesion present on his buccal mucosa. The dentist suspects that the patient has oral lichen planus. Which of the following observations will support the dentist’s suspicion?
A) Prescription of corticosteroid will help manage widespread lesions
B) The lesion can be rubbed off the mucosa with gauze
C) The lesion disappears when the buccal mucosa is stretched
D) The lesion is usually present unilaterally and asymmetrically
A
Which is not a histological feature of frictional keratosis?
A) Acanthosis
B) Lack of dysplasia
C) Minimal or no keratosis
D) No/ mild inflammatory filtrate
E) Keratinocytic oedema
C (should be hyperkeratosis)
Which is not a possible course of treatment/management for oral lichen planus?
A) Topical corticosteroids
B) Topical antifungals
C) Systemic corticosteroids
D) Systemic antifungals
D
Mr Tan presented with a lesion on the floor of the mouth, which he noticed recently. He has been taking atenolol (beta blocker) for 1.5 years. He also has a history of high caries risk and has multiple composite resin restorations. What is his most likely condition?
A) Fordyce’s granules
B) Oral lichenoid contact lesion
C) Oral lichenoid drug reaction
D) Oral hairy leukoplakia
C
A 40 year old woman presents to your clinic for a white lesion she identified on the lower right buccal mucosa near her wisdom tooth. She reports a burning sensation in that region. On clinical examination, you observe a lace-like network, striated pattern of slightly elevated grey-white lines. The superficial layer can be scrapped off. A biopsy was taken and it is confirmed to be a type of lichen planus. What would be the most appropriate first treatment option?
A) Do nothing and review every 6 months to check lesions.
B) Prescribe topical nystatin and review for resolution of symptoms.
C) Prescribe tacrolimus and dexamethasone administration via intra-lesional injections.
D) Surgical excision of the entire lesion and review yearly to check for remission.
B
Which is not considered a high risk site for white lesions?
A) Floor of mouth
B) Lateral border of tongue
C) Retromolar region
D) Roof of mouth
D
Which is the most common site of oral lichen planus?
A) Alveolar ridge
B) Lips
C) Posterior buccal mucosa
D) Tongue
C
What is the correct definition of lichen planus?
A) It is a chronic B-cell mediated disorder of pseudostratified columnar epithelium
B) It is a chronic T-cell mediated disorder of stratified squamous epithelium
C) It is an acute B-cell mediated disorder of pseudostratified columnar epithelium
D) It is an acute T-cell mediated disorder of stratified squamous epithelium
B
Bilateral, mostly symmetrical white lesions are found at multiple sites in the mouth. The white lesions are found to be due to oral lichen planus. Which of the following sites are you least likely to find these white lesions?
A) Lips
B) Palate
C) Posterior buccal mucosa
D) Tongue
B