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Halitosis describes any disagreeable odour of expired air from the mouth. In most cases, it arises from the presence of volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs), diamines, and short-chain fatty acids in the exhaled air. It is more likely to occur in individuals with oral, dental, and nasopharyngeal disease that can increase the accumulation of food ...
Halitosis describes any disagreeable odour of expired air from the mouth. In most cases, it arises from the presence of volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs), diamines, and short-chain fatty acids in the exhaled air.
Definition. Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is defined as 'the condition in which the reflux of gastric contents into the oesophagus results in symptoms and/or complications'. [1] [2] [3] Typical symptoms are heartburn and acid regurgitation. Extra-oesophageal symptoms include cough, laryngitis, asthma, or dental erosion.
Summary. Gingivitis is caused by bacterial plaque (dental biofilm) that accumulates daily on the teeth. Results in redness, slight swelling, or "puffiness" of the gums and bleeding on tooth brushing. Treatment involves thorough professional tooth cleaning and effective daily removal of dental plaque by tooth brushing and cleaning between the teeth.
Improving oral hygiene, stopping smoking, and using a tongue scraper appropriately aids management of hairy tongue. Geographic tongue appears as well-demarcated red areas of the dorsal and lateral tongue, with white scalloped borders. Its etiology is unknown and no treatment, other than symptomatic relief, is generally necessary.
Definition. Sialadenitis denotes inflammation and swelling of the parotid, submandibular, sublingual, or minor salivary glands. Aetiology includes bacterial or viral infection, obstruction, radiotherapy damage, or autoimmune causes. Acute bacterial sialadenitis is characterised by rapid onset of pain and swelling.
Common presenting symptoms include dental pain/toothache; intra-oral and/or extra-oral oedema, erythema, or discharge; and thermal hypersensitivity. A major consideration is the potential for airway obstruction as a consequence of extension of the infection into fascial spaces surrounding the oropharynx. Panoramic dental x-ray reveals the ...
Laboratory diagnosis is established by culture, serology, or histopathology. Molecular techniques such as polymerase chain reaction are useful for blood and tissue specimens, including heart valves, where available. Treatment depends on the species of Bartonella and the type of clinical presentation, but usually consists of antibiotic therapy.
Summary. Oral mucositis is an acute inflammation of the oral mucosa following systemic cancer therapy and/or radiation therapy. Diagnosis is typically based on clinical history and physical exam. Clinical presentation varies from erythema to patchy or confluent ulceration with a superficial pseudomembranous membrane or, rarely, overt necrosis.
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is characterised by a biochemical triad of hyperglycaemia (or a history of diabetes), ketonaemia, and metabolic acidosis, with rapid symptom onset. Common symptoms and signs include increased thirst, polyuria, weight loss, excessive tiredness, nausea, vomiting, dehydration, abdominal pain, hyperventilation, and ...