Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG) presents:
  1. Pathognomic signs and symptoms
  2. Necrotic signs and symptoms
  3. Quick but minimal signs and symptoms
  4. Acute and aggressive signs and symptoms
Explanation
Answer: A - Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis presents pathognomic signs and symptoms. It is characterized by interproximal necrosis and pseudomembrane formation that only affects gingiva without attachment loss. Patient will display soreness, gingiva bleeding, low-grade fever, lymphadenopathy, “bad breath,” and malaise. Condition is associated with smoking, poor oral hygiene, poor nutrition, compromised immune system, and stress.
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