Skin Microbio Infections

Question 0

Folliculitis can sometimes turn into _____ and _____, which involve deeper tissue and can be systemic. Antibiotic therapy and surgery are sometimes needed.

Answer 0

Carbuncles and Furuncles

Question 1

Infection of hair follicles. Local therapy is sufficient

Answer 1

Folliculitis

Question 2

Superficial infection of skin, oftentimes resulting from streptococcus A infection. Highly contageous

Answer 2

Impetigo

Question 3

acute inflammation of the dermis involving lymphatic vessels. Usually caused by group A strep. Fever and leukocytosis may occur. Butterfly wing rash on face.

Answer 3

Erysipelas

Question 4

involves all layers of skin to the subcutaneous tissue. Causes fever and leukocytosis and sometimes bacteremia. Group A strep and Staphylococcus aureus most common.

Answer 4

Cellulitis

Question 5

localized collection of purulent material (pus), formation is caused by host defenses trying to wall off the infection.

Answer 5

Abscess

Question 6

Rare but life threatening infection of subcutaneous tissue, commonly caused by group A strep

Answer 6

Necrotizing fasciitis