Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) Symptoms

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What is the characteristic symptom of Erythema infectiosum?

Cold-like symptoms

Swollen lymph nodes

Erythematous, lacy, itchy rash on the face (correct)

High-grade fever

What is the primary mode of transmission of the Rubella virus?

Through mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy (correct)

Through contaminated food and water

Through airborne transmission

Through direct contact with an infected person's skin

At what stage of the infection are patients usually no longer infectious?

When the rash appears (correct)

When the cold-like symptoms disappear

When the headache subsides

When the fever starts

What is a possible complication of Erythema infectiosum in adults?

Self-limited arthritis Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment approach for Erythema infectiosum?

Supportive care Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the virus that causes Roseola?

Roseolovirus Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical appearance of the area around the ulcers in Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome?

Purplish red and swollen Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is almost exclusively affected by Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome?

Infants and children under the age of 6 Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of the epidermis splitting from the rest of the skin in Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome?

Staphylococci bacteria secrete toxic substances Signup and view all the answers

Where do the blisters typically develop in Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome?

In areas of friction, such as skinfolds, and on the buttocks, hands, and feet Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible complication of Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome?

Sepsis Signup and view all the answers

How is the diagnosis of Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome typically made?

Clinically, with additional tissue biopsy and cultures Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment for patients in shock refractory to IV fluids?

Vasopressors Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the rash in scarlet fever that is notable for its appearance in flexor creases?

Pastia's lines Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the rash in scarlet fever that is notable for its appearance on the face?

Circumoral pallor Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between erysipelas and cellulitis?

Depth of skin affected Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the rash in erysipelas?

Shiny, painful, red, and raised patch Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration of the rash in scarlet fever?

About one week Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) in children?

Sore throat or mouth pain Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of atypical HFMD?

Aseptic meningitis Signup and view all the answers

How is Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) typically transmitted?

By skin-to-skin contact Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor that increases the chance of more widespread and difficult-to-treat HPV disease?

Immunosuppression Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of genital warts?

They are a sexually transmitted disease Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of pedunculated warts?

They occur on the face or the eyelids Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual mode of transmission of HSV1?

Oral contact Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for resistant cases of HPV?

Intralesional injections of chemical substances Signup and view all the answers

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