Bacterial and Viral Diseases of Skin and Respiratory System

This collection of flashcards focuses on key bacterial and viral diseases mentioned in the lecture notes, including their causative agents, symptoms, and treatment options.

Folliculitis

Infection of hair follicle caused by Staphylococcus Aureus.

Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS)

Condition caused by Staphylococcus Aureus strains producing exfoliative toxins, resulting in red, wrinkled skin with blisters.

Impétigo

A bacterial skin infection, often caused by Staphylococcus Aureus, characterized by mild red patches forming pus-filled vesicles.

Erysipelas

A skin infection caused by Streptococcus Pyogenes, causing reddening that spreads to lymph nodes.

Necrotizing Fasciitis

A severe infection caused by Streptococcus Pyogenes that results in intense pain, swelling, and the need for affected tissue removal.

Cat Scratch Disease

Caused by Bartonella Henselae, transmitted through cat scratches or bites, resulting in fever and localized swelling.

Pseudomonas Infection

A difficult-to-diagnose infection caused by Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, characterized by fever, chills, and shock.

Herpes Infection

Infections caused by Human Herpesvirus, leading to slow-spreading skin lesions.

Warts

Benign growths caused by Papillomaviruses, treated by freezing or vaccination in case of genital warts.

Chickenpox

An infection caused by Varicella-Zoster Virus, leading to lesions on the body, more severe in adults.

Gas Gangrene

A life-threatening condition caused by Clostridium species, requiring surgical removal of dead tissue and antimicrobial treatment.

Diphtheria

A respiratory infection caused by Corynebacterium Diphtheriae, identified via Elek Test for toxin.

Pneumonia

Lung inflammation caused by various pathogens, such as Streptococcus Pneumoniae, leading to chest pain and cough.

Tuberculosis

A severe bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium Tuberculosis, identified through Tuberculin Skin Test.

Scabies

A skin infestation caused by Sarcoptes Scabiei mites, leading to intense itching and rash.

Influenza

A viral respiratory infection caused by Influenza A or B viruses, characterized by sudden fever and muscle pain.

Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS)

Infection caused by Hantavirus, leading to fever and respiratory distress, often spread by deer mice.