NEET MDS Shorts
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Oral PathologyThe diagnosis for a child with anemia and recurrent fractures showing diffuse hyperdensity of bone is osteopetrosis.
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PedodonticsA concave mirror is commonly used by a dentist.
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Oral SurgeryThe maximum dose of lignocaine without adrenaline that can be administered to a patient is 5 mg/kg body wt.
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General PathologyC3 is the complement component that can be activated in both the classical and alternative pathways of the complement system.
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Oral PathologyPernicious anemia (vitamin B12 deficiency) is associated with neurological symptoms including peripheral neuropathy, subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord, and demyelination. Premature graying of hair is also a characteristic feature due to B12s role in melanin synthesis. Folic acid deficiency causes megaloblastic anemia but not neurological symptoms. Plummer-Vinson and Paterson-Kelly syndromes are iron deficiency-related conditions without these specific manifestations.
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PedodonticsErosion and/or abrasion are not contraindications for root planing.
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Oral PathologyBleeding time is prolonged in von Willebrand's disease.
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Prosthodontics
Explanation: In the arrangement of teeth in a complete denture, the
mandibular first premolar is typically positioned with its mesial aspect in
contact with the lateral aspect of the mandibular canine. This is part of the
denture setup to ensure proper occlusal relationships and aesthetics.
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General Medicine
Celiac disease is an autoimmune response to gluten proteins found in wheat, barley, rye, and possibly other grains, which leads to inflammation and damage in the small intestine.
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Oral SurgeryInferior alveolar nerve block is given in the pterygomandibular space.