Superficial Folliculitis and Staphylococcus Aureus Skin Infections

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What term is used to describe superficial folliculitis in the text?

Bockhart impetigo

Where does a fragile, dome-shaped pustule typically occur in superficial folliculitis?

Scalps of children

Which term is used to describe the progression of deep bacterial folliculitis that may lead to a furuncle or carbuncle?

Sycosis barbae

What type of folliculitis is commonly found on the buttocks of adults according to the text?

Staphylococcus aureus folliculitis

Which bacterium is associated with 'hot tub' folliculitis as per the text?

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

In what area of the body do ecthymatous lesions commonly occur?

Legs

What is the key characteristic that distinguishes a carbuncle from a furuncle?

Communicating and infiltrated nature

In which area do carbuncles characteristically present?

Nape of the neck

What symptoms are often seen in patients with carbuncles?

Fever and malaise

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for furunculosis?

Hyperthyroidism

How does a carbuncle typically heal?

Heals slowly by granulating with a yellow-gray irregular crater at the center

What do S.aureus dermal and subcutaneous abscesses commonly occur in?

Hair follicles

What imaging technique can be used to direct needle aspiration for culture and antibiotic susceptibility testing in patients with furuncles, carbuncles, or abscesses?

Ultrasonography

In patients with S.aureus-infected foot ulcers in diabetic patients, what underlying condition may be a concern leading to performing radiographic imaging?

Osteomyelitis

What is the main indication for performing imaging in cases of febrile neutropenic patients with extensive furuncles, carbuncles, or abscesses?

Determine the depth and extent of the infection

Which skin condition may lead to a suspected indolent pulmonary site of S.aureus infection that can spread to the skin and soft tissues?

Carbuncle

What is the primary technique for determining the presence of multiple abscesses separated by connective tissue trabeculae in carbuncles?

Biopsy

For patients with recurrent S.aureus skin infections, what aspect of management should be highlighted based on the information provided?

Long-term antibiotic therapy

Learn about superficial folliculitis, also known as Bockhart impetigo, and Staphylococcus aureus skin infections like bullous impetigo and ecthyma. Explore the clinical presentation and management of these common skin conditions.

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