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General Knowledge · Q24

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 24

Q24

Pyorrhoea is a disease of the

A.
nose
B.
gums
Answer
C.
heart
D.
lungs

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Pyorrhoea, or periodontal disease, to give it a proper medical term, is a disease of the gums, it is one of the most widely prevalent diseases. It affects the membrane surrounding the roots of the teeth and leads to loosening of the teeth, pus formation, and shrinkage of the gum. This disease is the primary cause for tooth loss among adults.