Identify five complications of pulpitis?

1. Abscess formation: Pulpitis can lead to the formation of an abscess, which is a pocket of pus caused by a bacterial infection. This can cause severe pain, swelling, and potentially spread the infection to surrounding tissues.

2. Tooth discoloration: Pulpitis can cause the affected tooth to become discolored. This can occur due to the breakdown of red blood cells within the pulp, leading to a darkening or graying of the tooth.

3. Tooth sensitivity: Pulpitis often causes increased tooth sensitivity, particularly to hot or cold temperatures. The inflamed pulp can transmit pain signals more easily, resulting in heightened sensitivity to temperature changes.

4. Tooth loss: If left untreated, severe pulpitis can lead to the death of the pulp tissue and subsequent tooth loss. The infection can spread to the surrounding tissues and bone, causing irreversible damage and necessitating extraction of the tooth.

5. Spread of infection: Pulpitis can potentially lead to the spread of infection to other areas of the body. Bacteria from the infected pulp can enter the bloodstream and travel to distant sites, causing systemic complications such as endocarditis (infection of the heart valves) or brain abscesses.