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What skin infection is characterized by thickly crusted erosions or ulcerations?
What is the usual pathogen causing impetigo?
What type of infection involves dermal lymphatic vessels?
Which condition typically occurs in homeless persons and soldiers based in hot and humid climates?
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What might exposure to Pseudomonas aeruginosa in hot tubs or swimming pools lead to?
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Which organisms have a high affinity for keratinized tissue such as the skin, nails, and hair?
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Which fungal genus accounts for the vast majority of infections?
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What is the most common fungal infection in humans in North America and Europe?
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Which fungal infection is characterized by scaly, erythematous skin and hair loss in children?
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What characterizes Kerion celsi, an inflammatory form of tinea capitis?
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Which fungal infection is characterized by annular scaly plaques on the body?
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What is the most common causative organism for necrotizing fasciitis?
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What type of infectious organism can infect animal or human bite wounds?
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What can lead to the proliferation of Candida albicans and subsequent skin disease?
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What is the most common fungal nail disease characterized by thickened yellow nails and subungual debris?
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Which fungus commonly resides on skin and mucosal surfaces?
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