NEET MDS Shorts
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Oral MedicineConditioned gingival enlargement (or modified gingival enlargement) is a type of gingival overgrowth where systemic factors, such as hormonal changes during pregnancy and puberty, modify or exacerbate an existing inflammatory response to local irritants like plaque and calculus. Therefore, all the statements are correct.
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INI CET
The National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS) is the primary health scheme focused on NCDs in India.
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Oral SurgeryCocaine has intrinsic vasoconstrictive action.
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Physiology
The gastrocolic reflex is a physiological response where the distension of the stomach by food initiates contractions in the rectum, often leading to the urge to defecate.
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Oral PathologyAtrophic glossitis is the most common oral manifestation of nutritional anemias (iron deficiency, B12 deficiency, folate deficiency). It presents as a smooth, red, painful tongue due to loss of filiform papillae. The tongue appears beefy red and may be accompanied by burning sensation. Enlarged tongue (macroglossia), generalized osteolysis, and focal marrow expansion are not typical primary oral changes in nutritional anemias.
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Oral SurgeryLongest acting local anaesthetic is Bupivacaine.
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General Medicine
Brown tumors are benign fibro-osseous lesions that occur in the context of hyperparathyroidism due to increased osteoclast activity and bone resorption. They are typically seen in areas of high bone turnover.
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General Medicine
The chronic non-healing nature of the ulcer and its location on the lower leg in an individual with a history of alcoholism are more consistent with a neuropathic ulcer. Neuropathy due to chronic alcohol use can lead to loss of protective sensation and poor blood supply, resulting in these types of ulcers.
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In a 5-year-old child with multiple deep caries and no pain, the teeth are likely primary teeth that will soon be replaced by permanent teeth. Extraction is often the recommended treatment to eliminate infection and prevent further complications.
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Oral PathologySialography is a radiographic examination of the salivary glands and their ducts, typically involving the injection of a contrast medium to visualize their structure and detect abnormalities.