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Which toxin is specifically known for disrupting the smooth muscle in blood vessels?
Which toxin is specifically known for disrupting the smooth muscle in blood vessels?
Which toxin acts as a superantigen and leads to massive cytokine release in toxic shock syndrome?
Which toxin acts as a superantigen and leads to massive cytokine release in toxic shock syndrome?
What type of activity is associated with δ - toxin?
What type of activity is associated with δ - toxin?
Which toxin is responsible for stimulating intestinal peristalsis and might cause food poisoning symptoms?
Which toxin is responsible for stimulating intestinal peristalsis and might cause food poisoning symptoms?
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What is the main effect of γ – toxin on cells?
What is the main effect of γ – toxin on cells?
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What is one characteristic of staphylococcal enterotoxins once they have been produced in food?
What is one characteristic of staphylococcal enterotoxins once they have been produced in food?
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What condition is primarily associated with TSST-1 produced by staphylococci?
What condition is primarily associated with TSST-1 produced by staphylococci?
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Which food items are commonly associated with staphylococcal enterotoxin contamination?
Which food items are commonly associated with staphylococcal enterotoxin contamination?
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How does TSST-1 affect the body in cases of Toxic Shock Syndrome?
How does TSST-1 affect the body in cases of Toxic Shock Syndrome?
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What primarily causes the clinical manifestations of staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS)?
What primarily causes the clinical manifestations of staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS)?
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When was the first reported incidence of Toxic Shock Syndrome in menstruating women?
When was the first reported incidence of Toxic Shock Syndrome in menstruating women?
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Which characteristic distinguishes bullous impetigo from staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS)?
Which characteristic distinguishes bullous impetigo from staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS)?
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Which of the following statements about staphylococcal enterotoxins is true?
Which of the following statements about staphylococcal enterotoxins is true?
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What is a common result of bacterial proliferation in infections caused by aureus?
What is a common result of bacterial proliferation in infections caused by aureus?
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Which factor is crucial for the action of exfoliative toxins in SSSS?
Which factor is crucial for the action of exfoliative toxins in SSSS?
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What is a serious complication that can rapidly develop from Streptococcus pyogenes infections?
What is a serious complication that can rapidly develop from Streptococcus pyogenes infections?
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Which serotypes of Streptococcus pyogenes are primarily associated with Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome?
Which serotypes of Streptococcus pyogenes are primarily associated with Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome?
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What type of response is induced by rheumatogenic strains of Streptococcus pyogenes?
What type of response is induced by rheumatogenic strains of Streptococcus pyogenes?
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What is the primary diagnostic method considered the gold standard for identifying Streptococcus pyogenes?
What is the primary diagnostic method considered the gold standard for identifying Streptococcus pyogenes?
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What are the main systemic signs that patients may experience with infections caused by Streptococcus pyogenes?
What are the main systemic signs that patients may experience with infections caused by Streptococcus pyogenes?
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What are common laboratory specimens used to diagnose soft tissue infections caused by Streptococcus pyogenes?
What are common laboratory specimens used to diagnose soft tissue infections caused by Streptococcus pyogenes?
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What characterizes acute glomerulonephritis as a consequence of Streptococcus pyogenes infection?
What characterizes acute glomerulonephritis as a consequence of Streptococcus pyogenes infection?
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What initial symptoms do patients typically experience before the onset of shock due to Streptococcus pyogenes infections?
What initial symptoms do patients typically experience before the onset of shock due to Streptococcus pyogenes infections?
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What is a major mechanism by which S.pneumoniae invades the host?
What is a major mechanism by which S.pneumoniae invades the host?
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Which of the following is NOT a complication associated with pneumococcal meningitis?
Which of the following is NOT a complication associated with pneumococcal meningitis?
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What is the primary mode of transmission for S.pneumoniae?
What is the primary mode of transmission for S.pneumoniae?
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In what type of specimen can pneumococcal antigens be detected?
In what type of specimen can pneumococcal antigens be detected?
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What is the common clinical manifestation of pneumococcal pneumonia?
What is the common clinical manifestation of pneumococcal pneumonia?
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Which of the following laboratory methods is commonly used for diagnosing S.pneumoniae?
Which of the following laboratory methods is commonly used for diagnosing S.pneumoniae?
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What is the approximate mortality rate for pneumococcal meningitis?
What is the approximate mortality rate for pneumococcal meningitis?
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Which is a characteristic feature of S.pneumoniae when viewed under a microscope?
Which is a characteristic feature of S.pneumoniae when viewed under a microscope?
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What is a common empirical treatment for serious pneumococcal infections?
What is a common empirical treatment for serious pneumococcal infections?
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Which pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for infants under 2 years?
Which pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for infants under 2 years?
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What type of bacteria are enterococci primarily classified as?
What type of bacteria are enterococci primarily classified as?
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Which feature is used to differentiate enterococci in the laboratory diagnosis?
Which feature is used to differentiate enterococci in the laboratory diagnosis?
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What severe complication is commonly associated with enterococcal infections?
What severe complication is commonly associated with enterococcal infections?
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Study Notes
Medical Bacteriology
- Gram-positive cocci are a bacterial classification
- Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, and Enterococcus are examples of gram-positive cocci
- Staphylococcus is a genus of Gram-positive bacteria in the Staphylococcaceae family, currently containing 49 species
- Staphylococcus are Gram-positive cocci that are arranged in clusters and do not produce spores; they are not motile but produce exotoxins
- Staphylococcus aureus is a species of Staphylococcus
- Staphylococcus epidermidis is another species within Staphylococcus.
- Staphylococcus saprophyticus and other species exist.
Staphylococcus spp.
- Staphylococcus aureus colonies can appear yellow or gold due to carotenoid pigments
- Staphylococcus aureus produces coagulase, a key characteristic used for identification
- Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) represents a group that do not produce coagulase
Epidemiology of S. aureus
- Humans are the reservoir of S. aureus, with 15-50% of healthy individuals carrying the bacteria
- S. aureus colonizes the skin and nasopharynx
- Transmission can occur through direct contact or contact with fomites (contaminated objects)
S. aureus: Virulence Factors
- Adhesins (MSCRAMM proteins) help bacteria adhere to host cells and tissues
- Autolysins aid in the invasion of non-professional phagocytes
- Leukocidins kill host immune cells, like white blood cells
- Superantigens activate immune cells, contributing to significant inflammation
- Immunoglobulin binding proteins inhibit the host immune response
- Capsule: protection from phagocytes
- Protein A: prevents phagocytosis and decreases antibody production
S. aureus: Secreted Proteins
- Enzymes like coagulase, hyaluronidase, fibrinolysin, lipases, and nucleases participate in pathogenesis
- Toxins like cytotoxins, exfoliative toxins, enterotoxins, and toxic shock syndrome toxin-1 disrupt host cells, tissues, or lead to a systemic response
Cytotoxins of S. aureus
- Alpha-toxin damages blood vessels and cells
- Beta-toxin targets a variety of cells (erythrocytes, fibroblasts, leukocytes, and macrophages) that are sensitive to it
- Delta-toxin is a broad-spectrum cytolytic substance
- Gamma-toxin causes lysis in cells by pore formation
- PV toxin causes lysis in leukocytes
Superantigens of S. aureus
- Exfoliative toxin A splits intercellular bridges
- Enterotoxins trigger an inflammatory response in the intestines
- Toxic shock syndrome toxin-1 (TSST-1) has a large systemic effect; causing a widespread inflammatory response.
Pathogenesis of S. aureus
- Diseases caused by S. aureus manifest as a result of toxins or direct tissue invasion and destruction
- Some diseases, often skin-related, result from toxin activity like scaled skin syndrome and food poisoning Other infections result from S. aureus proliferation in tissues, leading to inflammation and abscess formation, including cutaneous infections, endocarditis, pneumonia, osteomyelitis, and septic arthritis
Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS)
- Exfoliative toxins (proteases) cause the separation of the outer layers of the skin
- Causes in infants
- Results in blisters
Enterotoxins and food poisoning
- Enterotoxins are heat-stable and resistant to gastric enzymes
- Bacteria contaminate food and release enterotoxins
- Symptoms: usually vomit, diarrhea, and abdominal cramping
- Resolution typically within 24 hours
Staphylococcus species
- Coagulase-negative Staphylococci are divided into other species
- Can cause infection in prosthetic heart valves and native heart valves
Staphylococcus epidermidis
- Gram-positive, facultative aerobe
- Found on skin
- Can form biofilms, causing infections (like catheter infections)
Streptococcus spp.
- Gram-positive cocci in pairs or chains
- In the Streptococcus family
- Do not produce spores
- Fastidious growth requirements
Streptolysin S (SLS) & O (SLO)
- SLS: oxygen-stable, lyses cells (erythrocytes, leukocytes, and platelets)
- SLO: oxygen-labile, lyses cells (erythrocytes, leukocytes, and platelets)
Enzymes (Streptococcus)
- Streptokinase (A and B): break down blood clots
- DNases (A to D): reduce the viscosity of fluid in infected areas
- Hyaluronidase: helps bacteria spread in tissues
Clinical Diseases (Streptococcus pyogenes)
- Pharyngitis: sore throat, fever, possible scarlet fever
- Scarlet fever: rash, fever, and inflamed tongue
- Skin infections: such as impetigo and erysipelas
- Necrotizing fasciitis: severe tissue destruction (flesh-eating)
- Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS): life-threatening systemic illness
- Rheumatic fever: inflammatory condition affecting the heart, joints and tissues
- Acute glomerulonephritis: kidney inflammation
Streptococcus agalactiae
- Gram-positive cocci, Beta-hemolytic, Lancefield group B
- Can colonize the vaginal tract, causing neonatal infections
- Often associated with serious neonatal sepsis or meningitis, or other infections in adults
Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Encapsulated gram-positive diplococci
- Can cause pneumonia, sinusitis, otitis media, and meningitis
- Often resistant to antibiotics
Laboratory Diagnosis (general)
- Gram staining: identification of Gram-positive cocci (pairs or chains) is a routine step
- Culture
- Microscopic examination
- Biochemical tests for species identification
Enterococcus
- Gram-positive cocci (pairs or short chains)
- Found in the intestines
- Often associated with urinary tract infections in hospitalized patients or those with catheters
- Also can cause endocarditis under certain conditions.
Treatment (general)
- Antibiotics are often used to treat these infections, however resistance is evolving in some bacterial species, including to most beta-lactam antibiotics.
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This quiz covers various toxins produced by Staphylococcus species, including their mechanisms, associated conditions, and effects on the human body. Test your knowledge on staphylococcal enterotoxins, TSST-1, and the implications of these toxins in food poisoning and toxic shock syndrome.
