10 Questions
Which bacteria is catalase negative, gram-positive cocci, and sensitive to bacitracin?
Streptococcus pyogenes
Which infectious organism is known to cause a macular to papular rash on the trunk that spreads to the extremities?
Molluscipoxvirus
Which disease presents with rapid spread (DPERS), M protein that inhibits phagocytosis, and macular erythema?
Scarlet fever
Which infection is associated with bronzing rash on palms and soles and is spread by ticks?
Rickettsia rickettsii
Which bacterium is catalase positive, gram-positive, coagulase positive cocci, and causes desquamation?
Streptococcus pyogenes
What is the bacterial cause of Lyme Disease?
Borrelia burgdorferi
What is the characteristic skin rash associated with Lyme Disease?
Bullseye (erythema migrans)
What is the diagnosis method for Lyme Disease?
Serology (EIA + Western Blot)
Which bacteria causes Erysipelas, leading to a raised facial butterfly wings rash?
Streptococcus pyogenes
Which bacteria causes a sunburn-like rash on the trunk and neck, and can lead to toxic shock syndrome?
Staphylococcus aureus
Test your knowledge of bacterial and viral causes of fever and skin rash. Learn about the signs, symptoms, diagnosis, pathophysiology, and aetiopathogenesis of these infections.
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