PATHOLOGY - Diseases Flashcards
1
Q
Which virus is the most common cause of conjunctivitis? Which subtype?
A
Adenovirus (DNA) –> mostly belong to subgroup D (A-F classification) –> usually type 8, 19 and 37 –> type 8 is classic cause of EKC
2
Q
Where are psammoma bodies found?
A
In meningiomas
3
Q
What is the difference between type 1 HIV and type 2 HIV?
A
Type 1 - urban centre areas, homosexuals and IVDUs
Type 2 - Africa, heterosexually transmitted
4
Q
What are the different serotypes of chlamydia ? what are they responsible for?
A
A B C - trachoma
D E F G H I J K - genital chlamydia and adult inclusion conjunctivitis
L1 - L3 : lymphogranuloma venereum
