Malabsorption syndromes (celiac, pancreatic insufficiency, short bowel)
Malabsorption can lead to micronutrient deficiencies (iron, B12, folate, vitamin D/calcium) causing: (1) anemia → fatigue, reduced physiologic reserve, (2) oral findings (glossitis, burning mouth, candidiasis, mucosal pallor) commonly linked to iron/B12/folate deficiency, (3) impaired healing/periodontal vulnerability when nutrition is poor, (4) vitamin D deficiency shows OBSERVATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS with periodontitis/gingival inflammation and enamel/mineralization defects — caries evidence is mixed; these are associations, not proven causation. ADA notes the bidirectional relationship between nutrition and oral health. Key dental principle: screen for deficiency-driven oral signs; refer for medical workup; prevention-first approach.
The full condition entry includes
- Safe vs avoid lists: antibiotics, analgesics, local anesthetics
- Vasoconstrictor limits and treatment modifications
- Pre/intra/post-op monitoring and deferral criteria
- Emergency management, explained for study
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