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Folliculitis Trivia Quiz

Test your knowledge of folliculitis, or hair follicle infections.

A multiple-choice quiz by Morrigan716. Estimated time: 3 mins.

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Morrigan716

Time
3 mins

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Multiple Choice

Quiz #
72,798

Updated
Oct 11 23

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Question 1 of 5

1. What can an infected hair follicle lead to if untreated? Hint

Boil

Acne

Eczema

Leprosy

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Question 2 of 5

2. What is the pathogen that causes folliculitis? Hint

Staphylococcus aureus

Propionibacterium acnes

Streptococcus pyrogenes

Mycobacterium leprae

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Question 3 of 5

3. What is the incubation period for folliculitis? Hint

4 to 10 weeks

10 to 15 weeks

10 to 15 days

4 to 10 days

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Question 4 of 5

4. What is NOT a way to prevent folliculitis? Hint

Good personal hygiene

Oral vaccination

Use of liquid antibacterial soap

Avoiding overuse of toilet articles

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Question 5 of 5

5. Oral antibiotics can prevent the spread of folliculitis?

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What can an infected hair follicle lead to if untreated?

Answer: Boil

Boils are pus filled spots.

2. What is the pathogen that causes folliculitis?

Answer: Staphylococcus aureus

Folliculitis is transmitted by contact with someone who has a purulent lesion or is a carrier.

3. What is the incubation period for folliculitis?

Answer: 4 to 10 days

The incubation period varies, but 4 to 10 days is the most usual.

4. What is NOT a way to prevent folliculitis?

Answer: Oral vaccination

There is not a vaccine for folliculitis.

5. Oral antibiotics can prevent the spread of folliculitis?

Answer: True

Oral antibiotics are used for boils near the nose to prevent spread to the brain. People with recurring boils may require oral antibiotics for months or years.

Source: Author Morrigan716

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