Question 607 · LDEK · Diagnosis

Which of the following symptoms most strongly indicates the diagnosis of irreversible pulpitis in a tooth with a closed pulp chamber?

  1. A. pain occurring only during biting.
  2. B. short-lasting pain to cold.
  3. C. pain subsiding after removal of the stimulus.
  4. D. severe spontaneous pain lasting for several days.
  5. E. pain occurring only during brushing.
Hint

Distinguish pain that is provoked and short from pain that arises on its own and persists — which reflects pulp that can no longer heal?

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