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Poxviridae
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| To which family does the largest DNA viral pathogen belong? | Poxviridae |
| Why do most pox viruses not infect humans? | because cannot attach to human cells |
| What are the 2 main diseases caused by pox viruses? | Smallpox and molluscum contagiosum |
| The transmission route for poxviruses is _____________ and close ____________ is typically required. | inhalation and close contact |
| Another name for variola major or variola minor is ________. | smallpox |
| The smallpox rash is more prevalent on the _______. | face |
| What is a macule? | the first flattened lesions of smallpox |
| What is a papule? | Raised sores of smallpox |
| What is a vesicle? | When lesions fill with a clear fluid in smallpox |
| What is a pustule? | Lesion containing pus in smallpox |
| What factors contributed to the eradication of smallpox? | Inexpensive, stable, and effective vaccine, No animal reservoirs, Obvious symptoms allow for quick diagnosis and quarantine, Lack of asymptomatic cases, Virus is only spread via close contact |
| A skin disease characterized by smooth, waxy papules is known as __________. | Molluscum Contagiosum |
| Is molluscum contagiosum common or rare? | common |
| Does molluscum contagiosum usually require treatment? | no |