Wk 29: Oral + dental infections Flashcards
1
Q
What is abscess?
A
Collection of pus caused by bacterial infection:
- Periapical: dental pulp
- Periodontal: supporting structure of teeth
2
Q
What are the symptoms of abscess?
A
- Pain
- Unpleasant taste
- Fever
- Facial swelling
- Inc mobility in tooth
3
Q
What is the treatment for abscess?
A
- Draining, tooth extraction, root canal
- Amox 500mg TDS 5 days OR
- Metro 400mg TDS 5 days
4
Q
What is pericoronitis?
A
Inflammation caused by infection of gum tissues around partially erupted tooth
5
Q
What is the treatment for pericoronitis?
A
- Amox 500mg TDS for 3 days
- Chlorhexidine mouthwash
6
Q
What are the symptoms of acute sore throat?
A
- Problems swallowing
- Pyrexia
- Swollen glands
- White pus filled spots
- Bad breath
7
Q
What is tonsillitis usually caused by?
A
Strep A
8
Q
What is the feverPAIN score?
A
- Fever last 24 hrs
- Purulence
- Attend rapidly under 3 days
- Inflamed tonsils
- No cough
9
Q
When would you offer abx for the feverPAIN score?
A
- 0-1: no abx
- 2-3: 3 day backup abx
- > 4: immediate abx if severe, 48 hr short back up
10
Q
What is the treatment for acute sore throat?
A
Phenoxymethylpenicillin 500mg QDS 5-10 days
11
Q
Who is at a higher risk of oral thrush?
A
- Dentures
- Antibiotics
- Corticosteroids
- Diabetes
12
Q
What is the treatment for oral thrush?
A
Miconazole oral gel 2.5ml QDS
