Fungal Infections and Pathologies Quiz
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Which fungal infection poses a rare threat to life in case of invasive sepsis?

  • Mucorales
  • Aspergillus
  • Candida
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What is the primary reason for the significant rise in intrusive mycoses over the years?

  • Increased pathology in people with life-threatening diseases
  • Increased fatality in people with life-threatening diseases
  • Increased immune suppression due to viral infections
  • Both A and B (correct)

    • Which of the following statements is true regarding fungal sepsis as a secondary infection?

  • Both A and B are correct (correct)
  • Neither A nor B is correct
  • Individuals recovering from viral infections are at risk
  • Individuals undergoing therapy with immune suppressive drugs are at risk

    • What is the primary reason for the immune-compromised state in COVID-19 patients, leading to fungal infections?

    <p>Corticosteroid therapy to combat COVID-19 inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fungal species is associated with the 'Green/Yellow' fungus infection in COVID-19 patients/survivors?

    <p>Aspergillus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fungal species is associated with the 'Black' fungus infection in COVID-19 patients/survivors?

    <p>Mucorales</p> Signup and view all the answers

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