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What term is used to describe superficial folliculitis in the text?
What term is used to describe superficial folliculitis in the text?
Where does a fragile, dome-shaped pustule typically occur in superficial folliculitis?
Where does a fragile, dome-shaped pustule typically occur in superficial folliculitis?
Which term is used to describe the progression of deep bacterial folliculitis that may lead to a furuncle or carbuncle?
Which term is used to describe the progression of deep bacterial folliculitis that may lead to a furuncle or carbuncle?
What type of folliculitis is commonly found on the buttocks of adults according to the text?
What type of folliculitis is commonly found on the buttocks of adults according to the text?
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Which bacterium is associated with 'hot tub' folliculitis as per the text?
Which bacterium is associated with 'hot tub' folliculitis as per the text?
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In what area of the body do ecthymatous lesions commonly occur?
In what area of the body do ecthymatous lesions commonly occur?
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What is the key characteristic that distinguishes a carbuncle from a furuncle?
What is the key characteristic that distinguishes a carbuncle from a furuncle?
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In which area do carbuncles characteristically present?
In which area do carbuncles characteristically present?
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What symptoms are often seen in patients with carbuncles?
What symptoms are often seen in patients with carbuncles?
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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for furunculosis?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for furunculosis?
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How does a carbuncle typically heal?
How does a carbuncle typically heal?
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What do S.aureus dermal and subcutaneous abscesses commonly occur in?
What do S.aureus dermal and subcutaneous abscesses commonly occur in?
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What imaging technique can be used to direct needle aspiration for culture and antibiotic susceptibility testing in patients with furuncles, carbuncles, or abscesses?
What imaging technique can be used to direct needle aspiration for culture and antibiotic susceptibility testing in patients with furuncles, carbuncles, or abscesses?
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In patients with S.aureus-infected foot ulcers in diabetic patients, what underlying condition may be a concern leading to performing radiographic imaging?
In patients with S.aureus-infected foot ulcers in diabetic patients, what underlying condition may be a concern leading to performing radiographic imaging?
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What is the main indication for performing imaging in cases of febrile neutropenic patients with extensive furuncles, carbuncles, or abscesses?
What is the main indication for performing imaging in cases of febrile neutropenic patients with extensive furuncles, carbuncles, or abscesses?
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Which skin condition may lead to a suspected indolent pulmonary site of S.aureus infection that can spread to the skin and soft tissues?
Which skin condition may lead to a suspected indolent pulmonary site of S.aureus infection that can spread to the skin and soft tissues?
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What is the primary technique for determining the presence of multiple abscesses separated by connective tissue trabeculae in carbuncles?
What is the primary technique for determining the presence of multiple abscesses separated by connective tissue trabeculae in carbuncles?
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For patients with recurrent S.aureus skin infections, what aspect of management should be highlighted based on the information provided?
For patients with recurrent S.aureus skin infections, what aspect of management should be highlighted based on the information provided?
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