Quiz on Hematological Disorders and Periodontium

What is a common oral sign of hematological disorders?

• Abnormal gingival bleeding

• Increased tooth sensitivity

• Tooth discoloration

• Halitosis

Which type of leukemia is characterized by the presence of primitive blast cells in circulation?

• Chronic leukemia

• Acute leukemia

• Aleukemic leukemia

• Subacute leukemia

What is the primary cause of gingival hemorrhage in leukemic patients?

• Increased platelet production

• Oral infections

• Thrombocytopenia

• Gingival hyperplasia

Which anemia is associated with a deficiency of vitamin B12?

• Macrocytic Hyperchromic Anemia

• Microcytic Hypochromic Anemia

• Sickle Cell Anemia

• Normocytic Normochromic Anemia

What is a characteristic feature of leukemic gingival enlargement?

• Increased keratinization

• Bluish-red and cyanotic appearance

• Pale gingiva

• Absence of inflammation

In which condition is the gingiva described as bluish-red, sponge-like, and friable?

• Agranulocytosis

• Sickle Cell Anemia

• Chronic leukemia

• Thrombocytopenia

What is the main cause of agranulocytosis?

• Genetic predisposition

• Bacterial infection

• Drug idiosyncrasy

• Viral infection

Which syndrome is characterized by diffuse palmoplantar keratoderma and premature tooth loss?

• Lazy Leukocyte Syndrome

• Papillon-Lefevre Syndrome

• Chediak-Higashi Syndrome

• Down Syndrome

What is the primary oral manifestation of Chediak-Higashi Syndrome?

• Severe gingivitis

• Oral ulcerations

• Periodontal breakdown

• Tooth discoloration

What is a common feature of periodontal disease in patients with Down Syndrome?

• Normal periodontal health

• High prevalence of periodontal disease

• Increased tooth sensitivity

• Absence of plaque