Fungi Classification (Opportunistic)

Question 1

Opportunistic mycoses defined

Answer 1

Relatively non-pathogenic/contaminant fungi in a host whose immunological defense mechanisms are weakened by
Endogenous + exogenous causes

Question 2

Endogenous Causes

Answer 2

Cancer, leukemia

Question 3

Exogenous Causes

Answer 3

Immunosuppressive therapy, AIDS.

Question 4

Opportunistic fungi can be of 2 types

Answer 4

1. Saprophytic - from the environment

2. Endogenous – a commensal organism

Question 5

Opportunistic fungi - types

Answer 5

Includes  - Aspergillosis
                - Mucormycosis/ Zygomycosis
                - Pneumocystosis
                - Candidiasis
                - Cryptococcosis
                - Penicilliosis 
All Moms Potentially Can Cry Painfully