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Sporotrichosis
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Disease caused by infxn of Sporothrix schenckii. Usually affects the skin. Because roses can spread the disease, it is one of a few diseases referred to as rose-thorn or rose-gardeners' disease.
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What pathogen causes Sporotrichosis?
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Sporothrix schenckii
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What characteristic pattern can be seen on the skin in lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis?
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Pattern of lesions along the lymphatic system that drain the site of the original lesion.
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What different forms of sporotrichosis are there (5)?
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Cutaneous
Osteoarticular Pulmonary Meningitis Disseminated |
Spore-trick = COP M.D.
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What is mycetoma?
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A chronic, specific, granulomatous, progressive inflammatory disease. It mainly affects the foot.
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