Fungal Infections Flashcards
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Types:
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- Tinea corporis
- Tinea capitis
- Tinea cruris
- Tinea pedis
- Tinea unguium
- Candidiasis
2
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Tinea corporis
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- Causes a ring-shaped lesion
- If scalp affected: temporary hair loss
3
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Tinea corporis is commonly called …
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“Ringworm”
4
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Tinea capitis
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- Scaly, patches on scalp
- Areas of alopecia
- Pruritus
5
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Tinea cruris
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-Small, red, scaly patches in groin area
6
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Tinea cruris is commonly called …
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“Jock itch”
7
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Tinea pedis
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- Scaling
- Maceration
- Erythema
- Blistering
- Pruritus
- Usually found between the toes
8
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Tinea pedis is commonly called …
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“Athlete’s foot”
9
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Tinea unguium
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- Thickened, crumbling nails (usually toes)
- Nails w/ yellowing discoloration
10
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Tinea unguium is also called …
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“Onychomycosis”
11
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Candidiasis
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- Is caused by: Candida albicans
- White plaques in mouth
- Diffuse red rash w/ satellite lesions
12
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Candidiasis is also known as …
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Moniliasis
13
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Candidiasis can affect …
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- Oral mucosa
- Vulvovaginal areas
- Rectal areas
14
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Treatment …
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- Topical antifungal cream
- Oral antifungal med
- Systemic therapy: griseofulvin (for extensive cases)
15
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Home Care: To prevent athlete’s foot …
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- Keep feet as dry as possible
- Wear socks made of absorbent cotton
- Allow aeration of shows to allow them to completely dry out
