Fungi Flashcards
1
Q
classification of fungi
A
unicellular(yeasts), filamentous(moulds) or dimorphic
2
Q
what do dermatophytes cause?
A
tinea
3
Q
what are is main systemic treatments for fungi?
A
systemic = Amphotericin B.
4
Q
describe the appearance of a mycetoma and what is significant about its causes?
A
looks like a tumour on the foot. can be bacterial or fungal
5
Q
medical term for thrush & most common fungal cause?
A
Candidiasis. candida albicans
6
Q
3 types of Candidiasis
A
mucocutaneous, chornic mucocutaneous and systemic
7
Q
where is candida albicans carried in the body (2)
A
gut and vagina
8
Q
most common cause of fungal meningitis?
A
cryptococcosis
