PATHOLOGY MCQ
SKIN
Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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acne vulgaris
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impetigo
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boil
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ringworm
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Detailed explanation-1: -Symptoms of an abscess A skin abscess often appears as a swollen, pus-filled lump under the surface of the skin. You may also have other symptoms of an infection, such as a high temperature and chills. It’s more difficult to identify an abscess inside the body, but signs include: pain in the affected area.
Detailed explanation-2: -Boils are usually caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus (staph infection). These painful skin abscesses result from bacteria infecting a hair follicle. They commonly occur on the face, neck, armpits, buttocks, and thighs, but can appear anywhere on your body.
Detailed explanation-3: -A boil is an infection of a hair follicle, caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus. Boils usually resolve by themselves, but severe or recurring cases require medical attention.