(fungi) Overview of Diseases Caused by Infectious Agents Flashcards
1
Q
what is fungi
A
eukaryotic cells with membrane and cell wall
2
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what are some examples of fungi
A
molds, yeasts, multicellular fungi that produce spores
3
Q
what type of enzyme does fungi release
A
proteolytic enzymes
4
Q
what does proteolytic enzymes induce
A
inflammation
5
Q
what type of disease does fungi cause
A
superficial diseases in the integument
ex. ringworm
6
Q
what type of lining can fungi infect
A
mucosal lining
7
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what are some examples of mucosal lining
A
vaginal yeast infections or internal infections like histoplasmosis
