9 Questions
Which type of therapy is recommended for patients with systemic anthrax?
Antitoxin therapy
What is the primary goal of antimicrobial therapy for anthrax?
Stopping toxin production
When are corticosteroids like Hydrocortisone or Dexamethasone indicated in anthrax?
In case of head and neck edema in cutaneous anthrax
What is the mode of transmission of syphilis?
Direct contact with an infectious lesion during sex
In GI anthrax, which sample type should be collected for culture?
Stool sample
What is the primary mechanism of action of antitoxin therapy in systemic anthrax?
Neutralizing the toxins produced by the bacteria
What is the recommended method to clear bacteria in anthrax infection?
Antibiotic therapy
How does Treponema pallidum primarily spread during syphilis infection?
Sexual contact
Contact isolation precautions are recommended for patients with which type of anthrax lesions?
Draining anthrax lesions
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