Antifungal and Antiviral Drugs Quiz
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Which type of fungi may grow as mold with branched filaments?

  • Cryptococcus
  • Candida
  • Histoplasma
  • Aspergillus (correct)
  • What term is used for infection with fungi?

  • Parasitosis
  • Viremia
  • Bacteremia
  • Mycosis (correct)
  • Which type of fungi are human commensals that cause dermatophytes?

  • Aspergillus
  • Cryptococcus
  • Candida (correct)
  • Histoplasma
  • In which individuals are systemic mycosis caused by opportunistic fungi more common?

    <p>Immunocompromised individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is becoming increasingly common according to the text?

    <p>Life-threatening fungal infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fungi causes infection known as mycosis?

    <p>Opportunistic fungi causing systemic mycosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic shape of yeast causing fungal infections?

    <p>Yeast with ovoid/spherical shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of infections are becoming increasingly common according to the text?

    <p>Systemic mycosis caused by opportunistic fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individuals are more susceptible to systemic mycosis caused by opportunistic fungi?

    <p>Immunocompromised individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main forms in which fungi may grow according to the text?

    <p>Mold and yeast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fungal Infections

    • Mold-like fungi grow with branched filaments
    • Fungal infection is termed as mycosis
    • Dermatophytes are human commensals that cause fungal infections

    Fungal Growth Forms

    • Fungi may grow in two main forms: mold or yeast

    Yeast Characteristic

    • Yeast causing fungal infections have an oval or spherical shape

    Susceptible Individuals

    • Systemic mycosis caused by opportunistic fungi are more common in individuals with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing chemotherapy

    Increasing Trend

    • Opportunistic fungal infections are becoming increasingly common due to the growing number of individuals with compromised immune systems

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    Test your knowledge of antifungal and antiviral drugs with this quiz. Explore the site of action, clinical use, resistance, and adverse effects of these medications. Learn about the treatment of fungal infections, which affect over 1 billion people globally, and gain insights into the drugs combating viral infections.

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