Xerostomia Revision Questions Flashcards
1
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What is xerostomia
A
reduced or absent saliva flow
when flow of slaiva <0.3ml of unstimulated saliva flow
viscosity increased, pH decreased
2
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Risk of
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caries perio candidosis dental erosion sialadentitis - infection of salivary gland
3
Q
How to manage xerostomia
A
water oral balanace tooth mousse sugar free gum snack on ice cubes
4
Q
Drugs causeing xerostomia
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Beta Blockers Diuretics Anti depressants anti psyciotics anti covulsants NSAIDS - diclofenac
5
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Diseases causing Xerostomia
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radio and chemo Parkinson's Cystic Fibrosis RA Sjorens syndrome Diabetes Hyperthyroidism
