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What term is used to describe diseases caused by fungi?
Which fungus is primarily associated with pityriasis versicolor?
What is a characteristic appearance of pityriasis versicolor?
What is the primary mode of treatment for pityriasis versicolor?
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What role does Malassezia play in human skin?
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Which term refers to the general name for ringworm infections?
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How do dermatophytes cause infections in humans?
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What is the primary cause of ringworm infections?
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What distinguishes dermatophytes from other fungi?
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What microscopy finding is associated with pityriasis versicolor?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of tinea?
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Which statement about opportunistic fungi is correct?
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Which dermatophyte is NOT mentioned in the list as responsible for ringworm?
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What does the prefix 'myco-' refer to?
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What is the best preventive measure against ringworm?
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Which type of tinea affects the scalp?
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What appearance does ringworm typically have?
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What could lead to a misdiagnosis of ringworm?
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Which of the following is true about the growth of mycelium?
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Which of the following conditions is commonly referred to as athlete's foot?
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Ringworm can be transmitted through direct or indirect contact with infected surfaces.
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The fungus responsible for ringworm is primarily found in the air.
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Tinea unguium refers to ringworm of the scalp.
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Dermatophytes such as Trichophyton can be acquired from soil.
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Ringworm was mistakenly believed to be caused by worms due to its circular rash appearance.
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Tinea cruris is also known as cabin fever.
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Keeping skin areas dry is an effective way to prevent ringworm.
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The medical term for ringworm does not change based on the location of the infection.
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Hair loss can occur as a result of ringworm on the scalp.
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The fungi that cause ringworm are classified in the division Basidiomycota.
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Only a small number of fungal species, approximately 300, are known to cause human diseases.
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Malassezia species can lead to a condition known as pityriasis versicolor by overgrowing on the skin.
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Dermatophytes primarily cause infections in the blood system of humans.
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The term 'mycosis' refers to any disease caused by viruses.
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Fungi that cause disease often reproduce within the human body.
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In a commensal relationship, one organism benefits while the other is harmed.
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Pityriasis versicolor can be diagnosed using microscopy that reveals a mix of yeast and hyphae.
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Dermatophytes primarily ingest a protein called collagen from the human body.
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Malassezia is primarily found on the skin's surface and feeds on oil secreted by skin glands.
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A Wood lamp is used to shine visible light in order to confirm the diagnosis of pityriasis versicolor.
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