Nose, Mouth, and Throat Examination

These flashcards cover the key vocabulary and concepts related to the nose, mouth, and throat as discussed in the lecture notes.

Frontal Sinus

A cavity located in the frontal bone above and medial to the orbits that is part of the paranasal sinuses.

Kiesselbach’s Plexus

A rich vascular network in the anterior part of the nasal septum, most common site for nosebleeds.

Olfactory Nerve (CN I)

The cranial nerve responsible for transmitting the sense of smell from the olfactory receptors to the brain.

Paranasal Sinuses

Air-filled pockets within the cranium that communicate with the nasal cavity and lighten the skull's weight.

Hard Palate

The anterior portion of the roof of the mouth, composed of bone.

Soft Palate

The posterior part of the roof of the mouth, made up of muscle and connective tissue.

Uvula

A free projection hanging from the middle of the soft palate.

Salivary Glands

Glands in the mouth that secrete saliva to moisten food and aid digestion.

Tonsils

Masses of lymphoid tissue located behind the folds of the oropharynx.

Epistaxis

Medical term for nosebleeds.

Dysphagia

Difficulty swallowing.

Halitosis

Bad breath, often due to poor oral hygiene or other underlying causes.

Leukoedema

A benign grayish opaque area occurring on the buccal mucosa, more common in certain populations.

Aphthous Ulcers

Painful ulcers located in the mouth, often related to stress or dietary factors.

Ankyloglossia

Condition characterized by a short or tight frenulum causing restricted movement of the tongue, also known as tongue-tie.