Pro-PA Podcast

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, discusses Gingivitis, inflammation of the gum tissue most often caused by plaque buildup along the gumline. You’ll learn to recognize signs such as gum redness, swelling, and bleeding, understand contributing factors like poor oral hygiene, hormonal changes, and certain medications, and review prevention and treatment strategies to stop progression to periodontitis.

#Gingivitis #OralHealth #GumDisease #PreventiveDentistry #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, reviews Dental Caries, the progressive demineralization of tooth enamel and dentin caused by acid-producing bacteria. You’ll learn about key risk factors—including poor oral hygiene, high-sugar diets, and xerostomia—along with early and advanced clinical signs. We’ll also cover prevention strategies, from fluoride use and dietary changes to regular dental care, and discuss how untreated caries can progress to pulpitis or abscess formation.
#DentalCaries #ToothDecay #OralHealth #PreventiveDentistry #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, covers Dental Abscess, a localized collection of pus in the tooth or surrounding tissues caused by bacterial infection. You’ll learn to differentiate periapical, periodontal, and pericoronal abscesses, recognize warning signs of spreading infection such as facial swelling and trismus, and review management—from incision and drainage to antibiotics and urgent dental or surgical referral.
#DentalAbscess #OralInfection #OdontogenicInfection #FacialSwelling #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, reviews Deep Neck Infections, including peritonsillar, parapharyngeal, and retropharyngeal space infections. You’ll learn to recognize key symptoms such as fever, neck swelling, trismus, and muffled “hot potato” voice, understand potential complications like airway compromise and mediastinitis, and explore the role of imaging, IV antibiotics, and surgical drainage in management.
#DeepNeckInfections #PeritonsillarAbscess #RetropharyngealAbscess #AirwayEmergency #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, reviews Oral Candidiasis, a fungal infection of the oral mucosa caused by Candida species—most commonly C. albicans. You’ll learn how to recognize classic presentations like white, curd-like plaques that scrape off to reveal an erythematous base, identify risk factors such as immunosuppression and inhaled corticosteroid use, and review diagnosis and treatment, including topical and systemic antifungal options.
#OralCandidiasis #Thrush #OralLesions #FungalInfection #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, covers Aphthous Ulcers, also known as canker sores—painful, shallow lesions of the oral mucosa with an erythematous halo. You’ll learn about potential triggers including stress, nutritional deficiencies, and autoimmune conditions, differentiate them from other oral lesions, and review management strategies to reduce pain, promote healing, and prevent recurrence.
#AphthousUlcers #CankerSores #OralLesions #MouthUlcers #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, reviews Angioedema, a localized, non-pitting swelling of the deeper layers of the skin and mucosa that can affect the face, lips, tongue, and airway. You’ll learn to distinguish between histamine-mediated and bradykinin-mediated causes, recognize signs of airway compromise, and explore acute management—from epinephrine and antihistamines to C1 inhibitor replacement in hereditary cases.
#Angioedema #AirwayEmergency #AllergicReaction #HereditaryAngioedema #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, covers Sinusitis, inflammation of the paranasal sinuses that may be acute, subacute, or chronic. You’ll learn how to differentiate viral from bacterial causes, recognize key symptoms such as facial pain, purulent nasal discharge, and congestion, and review evidence-based management—including when antibiotics are indicated and strategies for symptomatic relief.
#Sinusitis #Rhinosinusitis #NasalCongestion #ENTbasics #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, reviews Rhinitis, inflammation of the nasal mucosa that can be allergic, nonallergic, or infectious in origin. You’ll learn to differentiate between these subtypes based on history and exam findings, identify common triggers, and explore treatment strategies ranging from allergen avoidance and antihistamines to intranasal corticosteroids and saline irrigation.
#Rhinitis #AllergicRhinitis #NonallergicRhinitis #NasalInflammation #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101

In this episode of EENT101, host Dr. Christina G. Gonzales, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, discusses Nasal Polyps, benign inflammatory growths of the nasal mucosa often associated with chronic rhinosinusitis, asthma, and aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease. You’ll learn how to recognize their characteristic pale, edematous appearance, understand underlying pathophysiology, and review management options including intranasal corticosteroids, surgery, and addressing underlying triggers.
#NasalPolyps #ChronicRhinosinusitis #AERD #Asthma #PANCEprep #PAstudent #ProPAPodcast #EENT101