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Mycetoma (Maduromycosis; Madura Foot) Quiz

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What is the most effective treatment for mycetoma?

Flucytosine

Amphotericin B

Caspofungin

Itraconazole (correct)

What is the main route of infection for mycetoma?

Through vector borne transmission

Through airborne spores

Through contaminated food and water

Through open wounds or skin trauma (correct)

What is a characteristic of advanced mycetoma infections?

Complete absence of symptoms

Discharge of thin, clear fluids

Formation of a mass of cystic areas (correct)

Appearance of redness and inflammation

What is the purpose of limb amputation in advanced cases of mycetoma?

To prevent potentially fatal severe secondary bacterial infections Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of the initial lesion of mycetoma?

Fixed subcutaneous nodule Signup and view all the answers

What is the common complication of mycetoma?

Bacterial superinfections Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of treatment for mycetoma?

More than 10 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of neglected treatment of mycetoma?

Death from bacterial superinfection and sepsis Signup and view all the answers

What is the geographical distribution of mycetoma?

Mainly in tropical and subtropical areas Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of mycetoma that is most common in Africa?

Fungal mycetoma (eumycetoma) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of surgical debridement in the treatment of mycetoma?

To remove diseased tissue, including bone Signup and view all the answers

What is the route of infection for systemic mycoses?

Inhalation of spores Signup and view all the answers

What type of agents are effective against dermatophyte infections?

Antifungal agents Signup and view all the answers

How long does oral griseofulvin treatment typically last for scalp and nail infections?

6-12 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What is the causative agent of Sporotrichosis?

Sporothrix schenckii Signup and view all the answers

What is the mode of transmission of Sporothrix schenckii?

Through small cuts and abrasions in the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Chromoblastomycosis caused by Cladosporium?

Formation of papillomatous nodules Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment of choice for Sporotrichosis?

Amphotericin B Signup and view all the answers