Publications by authors named "Yessy Novianti"
Article Synopsis
- Psoriasis is a serious autoimmune disease that can affect not just the skin but also joints and the mouth, causing issues like dryness.
- A 51-year-old man with psoriasis and other health problems had a very dry mouth, which made it hard for him to swallow.
- Treatment included using special products like petroleum jelly and mouthwash to help with his dry mouth symptoms.
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- - This review examines the relationship between interleukin-10 (IL-10) levels and oral diseases in diabetic patients, noting that oral health issues are more prevalent in diabetics.
- - A systematic search of three major databases was conducted, focusing on human studies published in English up to November 2023, assessing IL-10 levels in diabetics with and without oral diseases.
- - Out of eleven analyzed studies, four found higher IL-10 levels and seven found lower levels in diabetic patients with oral diseases compared to control groups, indicating that most research points to lower IL-10 in these patients.
Article Synopsis
- Oral candidiasis is a common infection in HIV/AIDS patients that negatively affects their quality of life, and proper clinical assessment and management can help improve this situation.
- A study on five male patients with white mouth plaques revealed that many were not effectively managing their HIV with antiretroviral therapy, and they showed signs of poor oral hygiene and nutrition.
- Treatment with medications like fluconazole and mouthwash improved their oral lesions significantly within 14 days to a month, leading to better quality of life scores.
Identifying Chili as a Risk Factor for the Geographic Tongue: A Case Report.
J Asthma Allergy
November 2023
Article Synopsis
- Geographic tongue (GT) is a chronic condition affecting the tongue, commonly triggered by factors like allergies, stress, and dietary choices, with a prevalence of 1% to 3% in the population.
- A case study of a 19-year-old female revealed symptoms of GT linked to chili consumption, confirmed by blood tests indicating an allergic response.
- Treatment involved advising the patient to avoid chilies and using a medicated mouthwash, leading to significant improvement in symptoms within a week.