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Ch. 22 - Pathogenic Fungi
Bauman - Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy 6th Edition
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Capitolo 22, Problema 7

Subcutaneous infections tend to be acquired through ________.
a. inhalation and remain localized
b. inhalation and become systemic
c. trauma and remain localized
d. trauma and become systemic

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Understand the nature of subcutaneous infections: these infections occur beneath the skin, typically involving the dermis and subcutaneous tissues.
Recall the common routes of entry for subcutaneous infections. Since they affect tissues under the skin, consider how pathogens might bypass the skin barrier.
Evaluate each option based on typical infection pathways: inhalation usually relates to respiratory infections, while trauma (such as cuts or punctures) can introduce pathogens directly under the skin.
Consider whether subcutaneous infections tend to remain localized or become systemic. Most subcutaneous infections stay localized because the infection is confined to the tissue beneath the skin.
Conclude that subcutaneous infections are most commonly acquired through trauma and tend to remain localized, matching option c.

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