- 21. Oral thrush
- (Oral thrush)
- ... oral hygiene. Brush at least twice a day and floss at least once daily. Replace your toothbrush frequently until your infection clears up. If you have problems with strength or dexterity in your hands, ...
- 22. Myasthenia gravis
- (Myasthenia gravis)
- ... by using electric appliances, such as toothbrushes, can openers and screwdrivers. Wear an eye patch. If you have double vision, using an eye patch can help relieve this problem. Wear the patch while ...
- 23. Mouth cancer
- (Mouth cancer)
- ... of radiation therapy to your mouth may include dry mouth, tooth decay, mouth sores, bleeding gums, jaw stiffness, fatigue and red, burn-like skin reactions. Chemotherapy Chemotherapy is a treatment ...
- 24. Meningitis
- (Meningitis)
- ... or viruses that can cause meningitis can spread through coughing, sneezing, kissing, or sharing eating utensils, a toothbrush or a cigarette. You're also at increased risk if you live or work with someone ...
- 25. Osteoarthritis
- (Osteoarthritis)
- ... or do your job without putting extra stress on your already painful joint. For instance, a toothbrush with a large grip could make brushing your teeth easier if you have finger osteoarthritis. A bench ...
- 26. Canker sore
- (Canker sore)
- ... canker sores See your dentist if you have sharp tooth surfaces or dental appliances that seem to trigger the sores. The precise cause of canker sores remains unclear, though researchers suspect ...
- 27. Antiphospholipid syndrome
- (Antiphospholipid syndrome)
- ... injuring yourself and to avoid bleeding. Follow these suggestions: Avoid playing contact sports or engaging in other activities that could be dangerous or could cause you to fall. Use a softer toothbrush ...
- 28. Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia)
- (Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia))
- ... to roll an "r." Poor oral hygiene. For an older child or adult, tongue-tie can complicate oral hygiene — making it difficult to sweep food debris from the teeth. This can contribute to tooth decay and ...
- 29. Dry socket
- (Dry socket)
- Dry socket (alveolar osteitis) is a painful dental condition that can occur after extraction of a permanent adult tooth. Dry socket occurs when the blood clot at the site of the tooth extraction has ...
- 30. Peripheral neuropathy
- (Peripheral neuropathy)
- ... or bacterial infections can cause peripheral neuropathy, including Lyme disease, shingles (varicella-zoster), Epstein-Barr, hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS. Inherited disorders. Examples include Charcot-Marie-Tooth ...
- 31. Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
- (Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease)
- Charcot (shahr-KOH)-Marie-Tooth disease, also known as hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy, is a group of hereditary disorders that affects the nerves in your arms and legs. The disease predominantly ...
- 32. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma
- (Nasopharyngeal carcinoma )
- ... swallowing and speaking. You may find some relief from dry mouth and its complications if you: Brush your teeth several times each day. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and gently brush your teeth ...
- 33. Acute sinusitis
- (Acute sinusitis)
- ... between the nostrils — may restrict or block sinus passages. Tooth infection. A small number of cases of acute sinusitis are caused by an infected tooth. Enlarged or infected adenoids in children. ...
- 34. Acute liver failure
- (Acute liver failure)
- ... also possible to become infected by sharing razor blades or toothbrushes. Don't eat wild mushrooms. It can be difficult to distinguish an edible mushroom from a poisonous one. Take care with aerosol ...
- 35. AWARE™ HIV-1/2 OMT
- (HIV Rapid Test)
- ... requirements Ease of use Requires practically no training Enables easy sample collection by swabbing the tooth/gum line Requires no phlebotomist or lab technician Eliminates lancets, needles, ...
