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Which is NOT a complication of radiation therapy?

  1. Mucositis
  2. Xerostomia
  3. Osteoradionecrosis
  4. Granuloma
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Correct answer: D. Granuloma

Head and neck radiation commonly causes mucositis, xerostomia, osteoradionecrosis, trismus, and radiation caries. Granuloma formation is not a recognized complication. The others are direct consequences of radiation damage to oral tissues and salivary glands.

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