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What is the primary cause of facial disfiguration in leprosy?
What is the primary cause of facial disfiguration in leprosy?
- Destruction of facial cartilage and bone (correct)
- Excessive skin growth on the face
- Destruction of facial muscles
- Inflammation of facial nerves
What is the primary part of the body affected by leprosy?
What is the primary part of the body affected by leprosy?
- Liver
- Heart
- Skin and nerves (correct)
- Lungs
What is the primary cause of facial disfiguration in leprosy patients?
What is the primary cause of facial disfiguration in leprosy patients?
- Destruction of facial muscles
- Inflammation of facial nerves
- Destruction of facial cartilage and bone (correct)
- Accumulation of scar tissue
What causes destruction of facial cartilage and bone in leprosy?
What causes destruction of facial cartilage and bone in leprosy?
What is the primary effect of M. leprae on the body?
What is the primary effect of M. leprae on the body?
What is the most common mycobacterial infection in AIDS patients in the US?
What is the most common mycobacterial infection in AIDS patients in the US?
How does leprosy affect the body?
How does leprosy affect the body?
How many cases of leprosy are reported worldwide?
How many cases of leprosy are reported worldwide?
How many cases of leprosy are reported worldwide?
How many cases of leprosy are reported worldwide?
How many cases of leprosy are reported worldwide?
How many cases of leprosy are reported worldwide?
How many cases of leprosy are reported worldwide?
How many cases of leprosy are reported worldwide?
How is leprosy diagnosed?
How is leprosy diagnosed?
What is the primary area of the body affected by leprosy?
What is the primary area of the body affected by leprosy?
What is the primary area of the body affected by leprosy?
What is the primary area of the body affected by leprosy?
What is the primary area of the body affected by leprosy?
What is the primary area of the body affected by leprosy?
How long can treatment for leprosy last?
How long can treatment for leprosy last?
How long can treatment for leprosy last?
How long can treatment for leprosy last?
What is the mortality rate of untreated Legionnaires' disease?
What is the mortality rate of untreated Legionnaires' disease?
What is the treatment for leprosy?
What is the treatment for leprosy?
What is the treatment duration for leprosy?
What is the treatment duration for leprosy?
What is the mortality rate of Legionnaires' disease if left untreated?
What is the mortality rate of Legionnaires' disease if left untreated?
What is the causative agent of Legionnaires' disease?
What is the causative agent of Legionnaires' disease?
What is the primary mode of transmission for nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM)?
What is the primary mode of transmission for nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM)?
What type of bacteria is Mycobacterium avium Complex (MAC)?
What type of bacteria is Mycobacterium avium Complex (MAC)?
Which bacteria can be found in dental waterlines?
Which bacteria can be found in dental waterlines?
What is the mortality rate of Legionnaires' disease if left untreated?
What is the mortality rate of Legionnaires' disease if left untreated?
How are NTM rapid growers like M. abscessus introduced into the body?
How are NTM rapid growers like M. abscessus introduced into the body?
How are NTM rapid growers, such as M. abscessus, introduced into the body?
How are NTM rapid growers, such as M. abscessus, introduced into the body?
What is the most common mycobacterial infection in AIDS patients in the US?
What is the most common mycobacterial infection in AIDS patients in the US?
What is the best way to prevent disability and deformities from leprosy?
What is the best way to prevent disability and deformities from leprosy?
What is the most common mycobacterial infection in AIDS patients in the US?
What is the most common mycobacterial infection in AIDS patients in the US?
How are NTM rapid growers, such as M. abscessus, introduced into the body?
How are NTM rapid growers, such as M. abscessus, introduced into the body?
What is the transmission method of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM)?
What is the transmission method of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM)?
What is a breeding ground for Mycobacterium abscessus?
What is a breeding ground for Mycobacterium abscessus?
How are NTM rapid growers, such as M. abscessus, introduced into the body?
How are NTM rapid growers, such as M. abscessus, introduced into the body?
Which mycobacterial infection is most common in AIDS patients in the US?
Which mycobacterial infection is most common in AIDS patients in the US?
What is Legionella pneumophila?
What is Legionella pneumophila?
What is Legionnaires' disease caused by?
What is Legionnaires' disease caused by?
What is Legionnaires' disease caused by?
What is Legionnaires' disease caused by?
What is the duration of treatment for leprosy?
What is the duration of treatment for leprosy?
What is the mortality rate of untreated Legionnaires' disease?
What is the mortality rate of untreated Legionnaires' disease?
How can disability and deformities be prevented in leprosy?
How can disability and deformities be prevented in leprosy?
How can bacteria in dental waterlines be transmitted to patients?
How can bacteria in dental waterlines be transmitted to patients?
What is the mortality rate of untreated Legionnaires' disease?
What is the mortality rate of untreated Legionnaires' disease?
Where can Mycobacterium abscessus be found?
Where can Mycobacterium abscessus be found?
Where can bacteria in dental waterlines be transmitted to?
Where can bacteria in dental waterlines be transmitted to?
Where can Legionella bacteria grow, making it difficult to eradicate?
Where can Legionella bacteria grow, making it difficult to eradicate?
Is leprosy highly contagious?
Is leprosy highly contagious?
What is the effect of early detection and treatment of leprosy?
What is the effect of early detection and treatment of leprosy?
How are Legionella bacteria able to grow in pipes and be difficult to eradicate?
How are Legionella bacteria able to grow in pipes and be difficult to eradicate?
Study Notes
- M. leprae causes destruction of facial cartilage and bone
- Pathogenesis of M. leprae leads to diffuse ulceration and deformities of extremities
- Multibacillary HD can cause facial disfiguration
- The image provided by WHO/TDR/McDougall shows a person with facial disfiguration due to leprosy
- Approximately 250,000 cases of leprosy are reported worldwide
- Leprosy is caused by a bacterial infection
- Leprosy primarily affects the skin and nerves
- Leprosy is curable with multi-drug therapy
- Early detection and treatment can prevent disability and deformities
- Leprosy is not highly contagious and can be treated if diagnosed early.
- M. leprae causes leprosy, with diagnosis through acid-fast bacilli in lesions and skin test reactivity.
- Treatment for leprosy varies based on type and can last up to 2 years.
- Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are not transmitted person-to-person and are opportunistic pathogens.
- Mycobacterium avium Complex (MAC) is the most common mycobacterial infection in AIDS patients in the US.
- NTM rapid growers, such as M. abscessus, are introduced into the skin and subcutaneous tissues.
- Dental waterlines are a breeding ground for bacteria, including Mycobacterium abscessus.
- Legionella pneumophila is an aquatic, gram-negative coccobacillus that causes Legionnaires' disease.
- Legionnaires' disease can be severe and has a 5-30% mortality rate if untreated.
- Legionella bacteria can grow in pipes under a biofilm, making it difficult to eradicate.
- Bacteria in dental waterlines can be transmitted directly to the patient's mouth.
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Test your knowledge about bacterial infections with these informative quizzes. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of leprosy, nontuberculous mycobacteria, and Legionnaires' disease. Discover how dental waterlines can be a breeding ground for bacteria and how to prevent the transmission of these infections. This quiz covers essential information about bacterial infections that will be useful for healthcare professionals and anyone interested in learning more about these diseases.
