18 Questions
What is the most effective treatment for mycetoma?
Itraconazole
What is the main route of infection for mycetoma?
Through open wounds or skin trauma
What is a characteristic of advanced mycetoma infections?
Formation of a mass of cystic areas
What is the purpose of limb amputation in advanced cases of mycetoma?
To prevent potentially fatal severe secondary bacterial infections
What is the characteristic feature of the initial lesion of mycetoma?
Fixed subcutaneous nodule
What is the common complication of mycetoma?
Bacterial superinfections
What is the duration of treatment for mycetoma?
More than 10 years
What is the result of neglected treatment of mycetoma?
Death from bacterial superinfection and sepsis
What is the geographical distribution of mycetoma?
Mainly in tropical and subtropical areas
What is the type of mycetoma that is most common in Africa?
Fungal mycetoma (eumycetoma)
What is the purpose of surgical debridement in the treatment of mycetoma?
To remove diseased tissue, including bone
What is the route of infection for systemic mycoses?
Inhalation of spores
What type of agents are effective against dermatophyte infections?
Antifungal agents
How long does oral griseofulvin treatment typically last for scalp and nail infections?
6-12 weeks
What is the causative agent of Sporotrichosis?
Sporothrix schenckii
What is the mode of transmission of Sporothrix schenckii?
Through small cuts and abrasions in the skin
What is the characteristic of Chromoblastomycosis caused by Cladosporium?
Formation of papillomatous nodules
What is the treatment of choice for Sporotrichosis?
Amphotericin B
Test your knowledge of Mycetoma, a chronic and progressive local infection caused by fungi or bacteria, affecting the feet, upper extremities, or back. Learn about its diagnosis, histopathology, culture, and treatment options. Identify the most effective medication and prevention methods for relapse.
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