NEET MDS Shorts
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Oral PathologyPinpoint petechiae on the palate is the most common oral manifestation of infectious mononucleosis.
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INI CET
Sudden withdrawal of long-term steroids leads to acute adrenal crisis because the HPA axis is suppressed and the body cannot produce cortisol in response to stress (like an abscess).
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PeriodonticsAt 6 years of age, interdental papillary necrosis, ulceration, pain, bleeding, and pseudomembrane formation is seen in ANUG.
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Oral PathologyThe epithelium which covers a healed ulcer is derived from intact epithelium at the ulcer margin
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Conservative Dentistry
1. The use of adhesive sealants: Adhesive sealants are thin, plastic coatings
applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. They fill in the grooves and
depressions, creating a smooth surface that is easier to clean. Sealants act as
a barrier, preventing food and bacteria from lodging in these areas and thus
reducing the risk of tooth decay. This is considered the best preventive measure
because it directly addresses the anatomical vulnerability of the teeth and can
be applied quickly and painlessly.
2. Topical fluoride application: While topical fluoride is beneficial in
preventing dental cavities, it is not as effective as sealants in preventing pit
and fissure caries. Fluoride helps to strengthen the enamel and makes it more
resistant to acid attacks from plaque bacteria. However, because the pits and
fissures are already deep and narrow, fluoride may not always reach these areas
effectively. Sealants, on the other hand, provide a physical barrier that
fluoride cannot always penetrate.
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General Medicine
The combination of fever, sore throat, and a fine, macular rash that is more prominent on the palms and soles is characteristic of scarlet fever.
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INI CET
Garre's osteomyelitis, also known as proliferative periostitis, is a rare type of chronic osteomyelitis. It is typically seen in children and young adults and is characterized by periosteal bone formation (onion-skin appearance) rather than the "moth-eaten" appearance seen in more aggressive or malignant conditions. The most common cause is dental infection.
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ProsthodonticsThe distal palatal termination of the complete denture is dictated by the vibrating line.
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General PathologyThromboxane A2, produced in the lipooxygenase pathway, promotes platelet aggregation and vasoconstriction, playing a key role in hemostasis.
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Public Health Dentistry
The optimal concentration of fluoride for school water fluoridation
is typically 0.2 parts per million (ppm), which is the same as the recommended
level for communal water supplies in many areas for the prevention of dental
caries.