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Which of the following is NOT considered a synonym for oral pain:

A. dysgeusia B. glossodynia C. glossopyrosis D. orodynia E. stomatodynia

Three primary causes have been identified as possible contributors of BMS: Which one is not a possible contributor?

A. neurologic B. psychogenic C. hormonal D. genetic abnormality E. flavoring agents

All of the following systemic diseases are associated with BMS except:

A. connective tissue diseases B. Crohn’s disease C. trigeminal neuralgia D. multiple sclerosis E. GERD

Somatosensory sensations refer to:

A. pain or burning sensations B. numbness C. sandiness or dryness D. a sense of hanging structures in the mouth such as strings E. a sense of “cold” or “warmth”

Taste phantom is referred to as:

A. sensitivity to spicy foods B. always having a sense of hunger C. a sweet taste D. void of taste sensations E. taste or taste perception changes

BMS is described by patients as a burning sensation that is:

A. continuous B. intermittent C. localized D. generalized E. may be all of the above

All of the following may be described by a patient with BMS, except:

A. pain B. tingling C. swelling D. scalding E. numbness

A secondary form of BMS is associated with:

A. thyroid disease B. psychiatric conditions C. oral infections D. vitamin/mineral deficiencies E. All of the above.

Which of the following disease states may produce similar characteristics of BMS?

A. iron deficiency B. deficiency in the B vitamins C. diabetes D. autoimmune diseases E. All of the above.

Bruxing by patients with BMS may be managed by which of the following:

A. anti-anxiety medications B. night guard on a single arch at least 4mm thick C. cupping D. soft, clear acrylic occlusal bite guards that are 1 to 2mm thick E. medications for sleep

Many patients with BMS notice the development of the symptoms after:

A. parafunctional habits B. dental products C. developing another disease state D. long-term problems with GERD E. All are correct.

All of the following may place a patient at risk for BMS EXCEPT:

A. menopause B. psychogenic problems C. mild sensory problems D. anxiety related disorders E. inner ear problems

BMS is often misdiagnosed because:

A. other disease states may have similar symptoms B. the tests used often produce false results C. patients do not adequately describe their complaints D. the patients delay treatment E. the patient may seek treatment with the wrong provider

A patient with BMS, typically has seen multiple practitioners while searching for a diagnosis. The delay in a diagnosis is due to:

A. poor diagnostic skills B. laboratory tests that are not suggested C. varying patient complaints that do not fit a clear pattern D. the lack of specialists in this field E. the patient description of perceived pain

A high rate of BMS is found in:

A. patients with liver disease B. individuals who have severe allergies C. individuals who have food sensitivity D. supertasters E. patient with aphthous ulcers

In the Lamey/Lewis Study, the researchers classified Type 2 BMS as having which of the following characteristics:

A. gradual Increased burning throughout the day B. intermittent burning pain C. pain only at night D. unremitting pain persisting throughout the day E. pain/burning free most of the day

Burning lips usually involve:

A. inactive minor labial salivary glands B. thinned mucosal appearance of the labial mucosa C. exudate affecting the lips D. varicosities within the lips E. Both A and B are correct.

All taste sensation is perceived:

A. on the tongue B. on the buccal mucosa and the tongue C. on the tip of the tongue D. on the tip of the tongue, pharyngeal area of the mouth E. throughout the mouth

In classic BMS, the pain is usually found to be:

A. unilateral B. in posterior tongue region C. bilateral and symmetrical D. in soft palate E. in buccal mucosa

BMS is found primarily in which age group:

A. under age 30 B. 30-50 years of age C. 50-70 years of age D. 70+ years of age E. Both C and D are correct.

Medications used to manage BMS may also cause:

A. increased oral dryness B. ulcerations C. agitation D. increased saliva thickness E. nausea

The first step in assisting a patient with BMS is:

A. a referral B. limiting food items C. recognition D. nerve testing E. anti-depression medications

Tricyclic antidepressant medications are helpful in some cases because:

A. the medications have an affect on taste B. the medication stimulates nerve fibers C. the medication promotes a euphoric state D. the medication alters pain perception E. the medication promotes sound sleep

An enlarged, burning tongue could be associated with:

A. hypothyroidism B. vitamin A deficiency C. anemia D. blood disorders E. fungal infections

Acupuncture may assist in BMS by altering which of the following?

A. pathogens B. vascular strength C. microcirculation and pro-inflammatory metabolites D. capillary strength E. overall muscle strength

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