Pathoma: Infectious Disorders [of the skin] Flashcards
1
Q
Impetigo is __________.
A
a superficial infection of the skin that usually occurs on the face
2
Q
Impetigo and cellulitis are both due to ____________, but _______ is deeper (within the dermis).
A
staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenes; cellulitis
3
Q
Explain the pathophysiology of staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome.
A
Bacteria infect the skin and release toxins that cause the stratum granulosum to detach from the lower layers of skin.
4
Q
How is toxic epidermal necrosis similar to SSSS?
A
It is the same process, cut deeper within the skin.
5
Q
Verruca are due to __________.
A
human papilloma virus
6
Q
Molluscum contagiosum is characterized (histologically) by _________ and is caused by __________.
A
infected keratinocytes, which become large and purple; pox virus
