HISTOLOGY
INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN
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Question
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Which of the following disorders is a fungal infection?
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cellulitis
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verrucae / warts
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tinea
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acute necrotizing fasciitis
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Tinea is the name of a group of diseases caused by a fungus. Types of tinea include ringworm, athlete’s foot and jock itch. These infections are usually not serious, but they can be uncomfortable.
Detailed explanation-2: -Tinea is a highly contagious fungal infection of the skin. Fungi thrive in hot, moist areas. Common infection sites are the feet and groin. Good hygiene can prevent recurring attacks of tinea.
Detailed explanation-3: -Candidiasis. Candida are yeast that can be found on the skin, mucous membranes, and in the intestinal tract. Cryptococcosis. Aspergillosis. Coccidioidomycosis (Valley Fever) Histoplasmosis. Blastomycosis. Pneumocystis pneumonia.
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