Pathology · single question
Patient with bulimia. What do you advise?
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Correct answer: B. Tell the patient to minimize acidic food intake
- A. Rinsing immediately after acid exposure (including after vomiting) can actually rub softened, demineralized enamel and worsen erosion — patients should wait roughly 30 minutes before brushing/rinsing.
- B. Correct. Reducing the frequency/amount of acid exposure is the primary preventive strategy for erosion in bulimic patients.
- C. Not a viable recalled distractor.
Note: Rinsing immediately after vomiting can worsen enamel erosion — wait at least 30 minutes. Minimizing acid exposure is the priority.