Sporithrix Schenckii-Shanked By A Rose

Question 1

Which condition is caused by Sporothrix schneckii

Answer 1

Sporotricosis aka rose Gardner’s disease

Question 2

What is the cause of transmission of Sporothrix schneckii

Answer 2

introduced into skin by local trauma, commonly via thorn pricks

Question 3

Where is Sporothrix schneckii generally found

Answer 3

Rose thorns, tree bark and other plants

Question 4

What is the life cycle of Sporothrix schneckii

Answer 4

Dimorphic

Question 5

What form does Sporothrix schneckii take at 25 C

Answer 5

BRanching hyphae

Question 6

What does Sporothrix schneckii look like histologically

Answer 6

Cigar shaped budding yeast, multinucleatedm histiocytic

Question 7

What will Sporothrix schneckii infections present with

Answer 7

Pustules or nodules in the skin

Ascending pattern along the lymphatics causing red bumps in skin

Question 8

What is the treatment for Sporothrix schneckii

Answer 8

Intraconazole, but potassium iodide has been used