Which Is Incorrect About Tinea Versicolor

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which is incorrect about tinea versicolor?

• A)It is a superficial mycosis.
• B)It is often transmitted by fomites.
• C)It is caused by the yeast Malassezia furfur.
• D)It causes disruption of skin pigmentation resulting in a mottled appearance.
• E)It occasionally causes systemic infections in compromised patients.

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Definitions:

Daytime Fatigue

A condition characterized by persistent tiredness and lack of energy during the daytime, not directly linked to lack of sleep.

REM Rebound

The increase in the frequency and intensity of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep following a period of REM sleep deprivation.

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement, during which vivid dreams commonly occur, and plays a critical role in memory consolidation.

Paradoxical Sleep

Another term for REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, characterized by dream-rich sleep, brain activity similar to wakefulness, and temporary muscle paralysis.