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Meth Mouth
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Clinical Features of Meth Mouth | They are SEVERE CERVICAL CARIES ON THE FACIAL SURFACES. Short term effects are: Insomnia, aggressiveness, agitation, hyperactivity, decreased appetite, tachycardia, HTN, vomiting, tremors, and XEROSTOMIA. Sinus destruction can occur via drug sniffing. |
| Demographics of Meth Mouth | This is commonly seen in patients between 19-40 years old and those who are abusing methamphetamine. |
| Microscopic Features of Meth Mouth | There are no histological features. |
| DDX for Meth Mouth | No DDX besides Meth Mouth is listed on Realize It. |
| Treatment for Meth Mouth | No treatment for Meth Mouth is listed on Realize It. |
| What is Meth Mouth? | When you have orofacial complications of methamphetamine abuse, you get meth mouth. |