Sporothrix Schenckii and Sporotrichosis Quiz
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What does the butterfly represent in the context of Sporothrix schenckii?

  • Common rose bush disease
  • Yeast infection
  • Dimorphic fungus (correct)
  • Plain representation of a butterfly
  • Why are rose thorns and tree bark mentioned in relation to Sporothrix schenckii?

  • To highlight the importance of thorns and bark in treating sporotrichosis
  • To signify traditional remedies involving thorns and bark
  • As common places where the fungus is found (correct)
  • To emphasize the beauty of rose thorns
  • What does the presence of branching rose stems represent in the Sporothrix schenckii context?

  • Sporothrix budding process
  • Propagation of roses in the wild
  • The branching pattern of hyphae at a specific temperature (correct)
  • Growth of sporotrichosis on rose stems
  • What is the significance of roses wrapped around the arm in relation to Sporothrix schenckii?

    <p>Illustrates how sporotrichosis can be introduced into the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do pine cones on the ground signify in the context of Sporothrix schenckii?

    <p>An indication of where the fungus thrives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is potassium iodide solution mentioned in relation to Sporothrix schenckii?

    <p>As an alternative treatment for sporotrichosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common name for the infection caused by Sporothrix schenckii?

    <p>Rose Gardener's Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fungus is Sporothrix schenckii considered to be?

    <p>Dimorphic fungus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the presence of cigar-shaped yeast cells in a biopsy signify?

    <p>Sporotrichosis infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Sporothrix schenckii usually introduced into the skin?

    <p>By penetration after local trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the medical treatment for lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis?

    <p>Potassium iodide solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Sporotrichosis commonly affect rose gardeners?

    <p>Direct contact with rose thorns</p> Signup and view all the answers

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