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A 30-year-old patient complains of toothache caused by hot and cold stimuli. The pain irradiates to the ear and temple. Previously there was spontaneous nocturnal toothache. Objectively: on the occlusal surface of the 37 tooth there is a deep carious cavity communicating at one point with the tooth cavity. Probing at the communication point, as well as cold stimulus, causes acute pain. The pain persists for a long time. Electric pulp test result is 55 microamperes. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Answer options

  1. Exacerbation of chronic periodontitis
  2. Acute diffuse pulpitis
  3. Exacerbation of chronic pulpitis
  4. Acute purulent pulpitis
  5. Chronic concrementous pulpitis
Correct answer

Exacerbation of chronic pulpitis

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