Furuncle and Furunculosis Quiz
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What is the primary cause of furuncle and furunculosis?

  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Vitamin deficiency
  • Weakening of the body's protective forces
  • Skin contamination and microtrauma (correct)

    • How does infection enter the body to cause furuncle and furunculosis?

  • Through damaged skin (cracks, scratches) (correct)
  • Through ingestion of contaminated food
  • Through direct contact with an infected person
  • Through the respiratory system

    • What is the clinical presentation of furuncle at the initial stage?

  • A painless red bump on the skin
  • A dry, scaly patch of skin
  • A blister filled with clear fluid
  • A pustule with a small inflammatory infiltrate in the form of a nodule (correct)

    • What plays a significant role in the occurrence of furuncles and furunculosis?

    <p>Weakening of the body's protective forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used for multiple furuncles?

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

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