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What is the main cause of Scalded Skin Syndrome?
What is the main cause of Scalded Skin Syndrome?
Which enzyme produced by Streptococci aids in bacterial spread by dissolving blood clots?
Which enzyme produced by Streptococci aids in bacterial spread by dissolving blood clots?
What type of infections does Folliculitis refer to?
What type of infections does Folliculitis refer to?
What pathology can result from untreated Ophthalmia Neonatorum?
What pathology can result from untreated Ophthalmia Neonatorum?
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Which statement about MRSA is true?
Which statement about MRSA is true?
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What is the primary function of T cell receptors (TCRs)?
What is the primary function of T cell receptors (TCRs)?
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Which organism is the leading cause of blindness worldwide due to Chlamydia Trachoma?
Which organism is the leading cause of blindness worldwide due to Chlamydia Trachoma?
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Which of the following statements is false regarding Group A Streptococci?
Which of the following statements is false regarding Group A Streptococci?
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What is the primary characteristic of necrotizing fasciitis?
What is the primary characteristic of necrotizing fasciitis?
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Which condition is specifically associated with Chlamydia trachomatis?
Which condition is specifically associated with Chlamydia trachomatis?
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What is the main cause of pseudomonas dermatitis?
What is the main cause of pseudomonas dermatitis?
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Which organism is primarily responsible for causing multiple forms of meningitis, including bacterial meningitis?
Which organism is primarily responsible for causing multiple forms of meningitis, including bacterial meningitis?
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Which condition can occur as a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus?
Which condition can occur as a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus?
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What infection is characterized by itchy rashes and is commonly associated with fungal pathogens?
What infection is characterized by itchy rashes and is commonly associated with fungal pathogens?
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What condition is typically treated with topical insecticides?
What condition is typically treated with topical insecticides?
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What is the main consequence of severe sepsis?
What is the main consequence of severe sepsis?
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Which of the following conditions can be caused by a fungal agent?
Which of the following conditions can be caused by a fungal agent?
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What is the characteristic rash associated with measles?
What is the characteristic rash associated with measles?
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Study Notes
Skin Infections
- Carbuncle: Damage and inflammation of deep tissue from a spreading furuncle.
- Scalded Skin Syndrome: Staphylococcal toxin affects skin layers.
- Folliculitis: Infections of hair follicles.
- Sty: Folliculitis of an eyelash.
- Furuncle: Localized pus surrounded by inflamed tissue, an abscess.
- Bullous Impetigo: Localized staphylococcal toxin causing blisters and crusts.
- Toxic Shock Syndrome: Systemic illness from staphylococcal toxin, possibly causing shock.
- Streptococcal Infections: Gram-positive cocci in chains causing skin infections.
- Hemolysins: Enzymes that lyse red blood cells in streptococci.
- Group A Streptococci: Includes Streptococcus pyogenes, with virulence factors like strep throat, cellulitis, and impetigo.
- M Proteins: External to cell wall allowing adherence and immune system avoidance in streptococci.
- Hyaluronidase: Enzyme dissolving connective tissue in infections.
- Streptokinases: Enzymes dissolving blood clots, aiding bacterial spread in infections.
- Erysipelas: S. pyogenes infection of the dermal layer, causing local destruction.
- Cellulitis: Deep skin infection often due to breaks, treated with antibiotics.
- Necrotizing Fasciitis: Rapidly progressing, “flesh-eating,” disease from S. pyogenes.
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Gram-negative rod causing infections; produces blue-green pus; opportunistic in burn patients.
- Pseudomonas Dermatitis: Self-limiting rash from exposure (e.g., swimming pools).
- Otitis Externa: Infection of the outer ear (swimmer's ear).
- Buruli Ulcer: Caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans; leads to deep ulcers.
- Acne: Blocked hair follicles due to sebum and bacteria.
- Warts: Small growths caused by papillomavirus (transmitted by contact).
- Smallpox: Caused by orthopoxvirus; eradicated.
- Chickenpox: Caused by varicella-zoster virus; leads to vesicular rash.
- Shingles: Reactivation of varicella-zoster virus along nerves.
- Herpes Simplex: Caused by HSV-1 and HSV-2; remains latent.
- Ringworm: Circular rash caused by fungal infection.
- Athlete's Foot: Fungal infection causing itchy rash on feet.
- Candidiasis: Overgrowth of Candida albicans in skin and mucous membranes.
- Scabies: Caused by Sarcoptes scabiei mites, causing inflammatory skin lesions.
- Pediculosis (Lice): Treatment with topical insecticides.
- Staphylococcus aureus: Carried in nasal passages of 20% of population; produces damaging toxins and causes sepsis.
- MRSA: Methicillin-resistant S. aureus; antibiotic resistant.
- Conjunctivitis: Inflammation of the conjunctiva, often caused by bacteria and viruses.
- Ophthalmia Neonatorum: Caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae; can cause blindness in newborns.
- Inclusion Conjunctivitis: Caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, transmitted during birth or through swimming pools.
- Propionibacterium acnes: Anaerobic bacteria contributing to acne inflammation.
- Cutaneous Mycoses: Fungal infections of the skin.
Eye Infections
- Conjunctivitis: Inflammation of the conjunctiva.
- Ophthalmia Neonatorum: Caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, potentially causing blindness in newborns.
- Inclusion Conjunctivitis: Caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, transmitted during birth or through swimming pools.
- Trachoma: Chlamydia trachomatis, leading to scarring and blindness.
- Contaminated contact lenses may lead to keratitis.
Systemic Infections
- Sepsis: The body's extreme reaction to an infection.
- Toxic Shock Syndrome: Systemic illness from staphylococcal toxin.
Nervous System Infections
- Meningitis: Inflammation of the meninges.
- Bacterial Meningitis: Initial symptoms include fever, headache, and stiff neck; can lead to convulsions and coma.
- Pneumococcal Meningitis: Caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, most common in children aged 1–4 years.
- Tetanus: Caused by Clostridium tetani, leading to muscle spasms and possible death.
- Botulism: Caused by Clostridium botulinum, leading to flaccid paralysis from exotoxin ingestion.
- Leprosy: Also called Hansen's disease, caused by Mycobacterium leprae; affects peripheral nerves and skin.
- Poliomyelitis: Caused by poliovirus, potential paralysis in some cases following initial symptoms.
- Rabies: Caused by rabies virus; typically animal-borne, leading to muscle spasms and hydrophobia.
- Encephalitis: Inflammation of the brain.
- Meningoencephalitis: Inflammation of both brain and meninges.
Other Infections
- Listeriosis: Caused by Listeria monocytogenes; usually foodborne and asymptomatic but can cause meningitis.
- Meningococcal Meningitis: Caused by Neisseria meningitidis, with a mortality rate of 9–12% with antibiotic therapy.
- T cell receptors: On T cell surface triggering cytokine release, not antibodies.
General Information
- Papules: Raised skin lesions.
- Showering with contact lenses: Risk of bacteria and parasites.
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Explore various skin infections including carbuncles, folliculitis, and toxic shock syndrome. This quiz covers the causes, symptoms, and mechanisms of different pathogens like staphylococci and streptococci. Test your knowledge on the characteristics and effects of these infections.
