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Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 |
A large DNA virus Most common cause of erythema multiforme (self-limiting rash) Acquired through direct skin contact or bodily fluids with a sudden onset that lasts 10 to 14 days Nonspecific symptoms: Cervical lymphodenopathy, malaise, irritability, low grade fever, URI
May lead to keratoconjunctivitis and hermetic Whitlow
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HSV 1: hermetic gingivostomatitis |
Represents the clinically/orally apparent pattern of primary HSV THE MOST COMMON VIRAL INFECTION OF THE MOUTH. |
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Recurrent HSV |
Leading cause of encephalitis, genital ulcerative disease, and a major cofactor for HIV Establishes latency within the trigeminal ganglion Triggers: stress, illness, sunlight, trauma, dental tx, hyperthermia, etc) 3 forms: recurrent herpes labialis Intraoral recurrence Recurrence mimicking a primary infection Only otc tx: docosanol (abreva) |
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Oropharyngeal candidiasis |
Can be caused by: prolonged use of antibiotics, corticosteroids, xerostomia, diabetes, appliances, weak immunity, smoking Common form in elderly is angular cheillitis Causes dysphagia, burning Tx: miconazole, ketoconazole, nystatin,triamcinolone |
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Broad vs targeted tx |
Broad - systemic Targeted - localized (like topical cream) |
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Sickle cell anemia |
The most common genetic disorder of the blood Common in Africans Vasoocclusive episodes near the mental nerve can cause persistent paresthesia of the lower lip Due to long-term penicillin tx, caries rate is reduced |
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Hemophilia A |
Deficiency of Plasma Factor VIII coagulant 1 in 5k males Pts require factor 8 infusions before dental tx Blocks and certain infiltrations should be avoided due to deep tissue bleeding Prevention is key |
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Pediatric osteoporosis |
Intrinsic factors: race, genetics, gender (75-80%) Extrinsic factors: diet, hormones, physical activity, overall health (20-25%) Uninherited secondary osteoporosis is mainly due to poor nutrition Tx: bisphosphonates (related osteoporosis of the jaw) |
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Fetal alcohol syndrome |
Leading cause of mental retardation in the US Behavioral issues 100% accuracy of diagnosis using 2 craniofacial measurements |
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Pediatric cancer |
#2 cause of death in children in US Acute lymphoid leukemia (ALL) is 75% of all childhood leukemias with a cure rate of 90% Multi-media tx approach Central line use does not merit need for premed Intensive and aggressive preventative tx is a must TX leads to acute and long-term challenges that manifest in the oral cavity Radiation therapy in the head region presents risk of developing osteoradionecrosis Chronic mucosa tissue can lead to malignant oral mucosa |
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Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) |
Replace bone marrow for those with hemolytic disorder and immunodeficiency No chemotherapy needed |
