General Surgery — Flashcards

Tinea _____ = fungal infection of the body Tinea cruris = fungal infection of the groin

Onychomycosis is caused by _____ & yeast (candida)

Hint: 85%

Tinea corporis is spread through _____

How do tinea corporis & tinea cruris annular patches differ? _____

Tinea corporis/cruris affects individuals of any age, but is more common in _____ & immunocomprimised

Hint: age

_____ is a chronic skin condition affecting the pilosebaceous unit leading to non-inflammatory comedones and/or inflammatory acne

What is the first-line management of pityriasis versicolor? _____

What investigation is done for suspected tinea corporis/cruris if uncertain or targeted treatment is needed? _____

Pityriasis versicolor is most commonly seen in _____ **bonus, why?

Hint: age

Spot diagnosis = _____