Superficial,Cutaneous and Subcutaneous Fungi Flashcards
1
Q
what’s a true pathogen?
A
Pathogen causing disease in any individual as opposed to opportunistic fungal pathogen in immunocompromised people
2
Q
Which areas are superficial subcutaneous, cutaneous, subcutaneous ?
A
- Superficial cutaneous = superficial areas of skin,scales
- cutaneous = skin,hair,nail
- Subcutaneous zones= lymphatic system, internal layers of the skin (dermis)
3
Q
Role of azole antifungal
A
Inhibiting enzyme responsible for conversion of lanosterol to ergosterol
degradation of ergosterol –> cell membrane damages –> cell death
