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MCB-Mycoses
PBSC - MCB Mycoses
Question | Answer |
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The proper name for ringworm of the scalp. | Tinea Capitis |
Another name for cutaneous mycoses? | Dermatophytoses |
The term used for pathogens that take advantage of a host's inability to fight disease and invade accordingly. | Opportunistic |
What type of mycoses involve the outer epidermis of the skin and are only cosmetic concerns? | Superficial Mycoses |
The correct name of the layer of skin which is considered non-living. | Stratum corneum |
What disease does Aspergillus niger cause in humans? | Fungus balls in the lungs |
The proper name for ringworm of the hand. | Tinea manuum |
The proper name for the major subcutaneous mycosis in your notes. | Mycetoma |
Athlete's Foot - also known as ringworm of the foot - what is another name? | Tinea pedis |
Name all 3 anti-fungals listed in your notes. | Flucytosine, Amphotericin B, Miconazole |
Is Candida albicans a yeast or a mold? | Yeast |
What type of mycoses occur because trauma to the skin allows invasion of the fungus? | Subcutaneous Mycoses |
The dermatophytoses that are named due to circular, scaly patches that result. | Ringworm |
The proper name for ringworm of the nail. | Tinea unguium |
What is the causative agent of pneumonia in AIDS patients? | Pneumocystis carinii |
Name all 3 genera (plural of genus) of the causative agents of ringworm. | Epidermophyton, Trichophyton, Microsporum |
What anti-fungal is used only for systemic infections? | Flucytosine |
The proper name for ringworm of the body. | Tinea Corporis |
The 2 genera that are the causative agents of Madura Foot (Mycetoma). | Pseudallescheria and Madurella |
What is the causative agent of thrush and vulvovaginitis? | Candida albicans |
What type of mycoses occur due to inhalation of spores? | Systemic Mycoses |
What is the primary opportunistic infection in AIDS patients? | PCP (pneumocystis carinii pneumonia) |
Another name for Madura Foot? | Mycetoma |
The proper name for ringworm of the beard. | Tinea barbae |
What type of mycoses involve the non-living portion of the skin? | Cutaneous Mycoses |
Is Aspergillus niger a yeast or a mold? | Mold |
The proper name for ringworm of the groin. | Tinea cruris |