Fungal Diseases Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• ringworm : ring shaped lesion
• sporotrichosis : nodules and ulcers, typically on the face
• candidiasis : commonly affects mucosal surfaces, smooth, creamy, white to off-white colonies, may use chromogenic media to differentiate the strain
• cryptococcosis : commonly transmitted via fungal spores, commonly from bird droppings
• itchy : skin sensation indicative of inflammation
• crust : hardened layer formed from dried fluid, blood, exudate, or a mix of any
• tape impression : diagnostic test requiring adhesive tape _
• cytology : a study of cells, used to observe cells under the microscope
• hair pluck : gold standard diagnostic test for dermatophytosis
• alopecia : hairless areas of the body, temporary or permanent
• impression smear : used on moist surfaces for diagnosis
• miconazole : medicated anti-fungal shampoo which contains _
• chlorhexidine : typically used for wound cleaning
• woods lamp : uv light which is used for detection of fluoresce fungus