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Blastomyces dermatitidis Flashcards

1
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what are the pulmonary clinical manifestations of B. dermatitidis?

A

coin-like lesions

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what systemic manifestations present in B. dermatitidis infx?

A

skin lesions (look like squamous cell carcinoma)
bone (osteolytic) lesions
GU tract

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in B. dermatitidis infx, microscopic examination of tissue samples will reveal what yeast form?

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broad-based, budding yeast form with exceptionally thick walls

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what lab tests are used to identify B. dermatitidis?

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ELISA

Immunodiffusion

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what is the treatment for B. dermatitidis?

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amphotericin B lipid formulations

oral itraconazol

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how is B. dermatitidis prevented?

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B. dermatitidis cannot be prevented

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