ANUG Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is ANUG
A
Common non contagious gum infection
2
Q
What causes ANUG (6)
A
Smoking/ poor OH
Stress
Malnourished
Sleep deprived
Immunocompromised - HIV/leukaemia/malnutrition
3
Q
What are the symptoms of ANUG
A
Sore bleeding swollen gums
Punched out appearance of gums
Ulcers that dev into craters
Bad smell/taste
4
Q
Tx for ANUG
A
US PMPR
OHI,CHX + smoking cessation
Abx if systemic
Review in 10 days, more perio if req?
5
Q
Why is smoking a RF
A
Increased bacteria
Decreases immune response
Decreases BF to gums for healing
Decreases efficacy of tx inc risk of recurrence
6
Q
List drugs that can cause gingival enlargement
A
Anticonvulsants - phenytoin
Ca blockers - Amlodipine
Immunosuppressants - Cyclosporine
