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Fungi tends to prefer temperatures that are below human body temperature, and to be in darker and moister areas than many tissues in the human body. Without a compromised immune system or other debilitation of the human, fungi generally are not able to survive in humans or cause an infection.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoA pathogen is any organism that can cause disease in humans; this includes numerous viruses, bacteria and fungi. An opportunistic pathogen is an organism that can cause disease in humans, but only under certain ideal conditions. In general, infection with an opportunistic pathogen indicates the person was immuno-compromised. Common causes of immuno-compromise include advanced HIV infection (AIDS), treatment for cancer, long-term corticosteroid administration for metabolic disease, and long-term immune suppression for organ transplants recipients.
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What is the difference between a primary and an opportunistic pathogen?
Primary Pathogens are the microorganisms that cause diseases in healthy individual. Opportunistic Pathogens are the microorganisms that are ordinarily in contact with the host and cause disease when the host's resistance is low.
What organisms grow best at 37 degrees Celsius?
e coli because optimal growth of E. coli occurs at 37°C (98.6°F)
Can long term exposure to basement mold grow inside your body?
It is unlikely, since the mold in your basement is a saprobe. However, many saprobes can be opportunistic pathogens. So, if your immune system is compromised for some reason, your chances of getting a fungal infection are increased.
Examples of opportunistic infections for HIV positive individuals?
examples of opportunistic infections of HIV
What pathogens respond to antibodies?
Antibodies respond to pathogens.
What is the difference between pathogens and opportunistic organisms?
Pathogens infect the body when it is in good health while opportunistic organisms infect the body after it has been compromised.
What term is used to describe microorganisms that only affect people whose defenses are compromised?
They are called opportunistic pathogens.
What would you expect to happen to the vaginal microbiota of a patient with a defect in estrogen production?
Growth of opportunistic pathogens would increase.
What is the difference between a primary and an opportunistic pathogen?
Primary Pathogens are the microorganisms that cause diseases in healthy individual. Opportunistic Pathogens are the microorganisms that are ordinarily in contact with the host and cause disease when the host's resistance is low.
What are the example of phylum deuteromycota?
Some examples of phylum Deuteromycota include Penicillium, Aspergillus, and Candida. These fungi are commonly known for their role in food spoilage and as opportunistic pathogens in humans.
Does being infected with opportunistic infections mean you have HIV?
No, these are caused by opportunistic pathogens which take advantage of a suppressed immune system, regardless of what causes that suppression. eg, malnutrition, exhaustion, immunosuppressant drugs for transplant recipients, Cancer patients receiving chemotherapy, genetic predisposition, pregnancy. The list could go on and on.
What organisms grow best at 37 degrees Celsius?
e coli because optimal growth of E. coli occurs at 37°C (98.6°F)
Can normal flora become opportunistic pathogens?
Yes, normal microbial flora can become virulent or pathogenic if the conditions are right. On outside of body normal flora is harmless, if it was to be ingested it would take the opportunity to do as much damage as possible.
Why might soap that has an alkaline base not be healthy for some patients to use daily?
it is tough on the skin. it can remove all the oils and dry out the skin.
What is the term for infectious diseases associated with AIDS?
opportunistic infections
Can long term exposure to basement mold grow inside your body?
It is unlikely, since the mold in your basement is a saprobe. However, many saprobes can be opportunistic pathogens. So, if your immune system is compromised for some reason, your chances of getting a fungal infection are increased.
Is caused by a pathogen that does not normally produce an illness in healthy humans?
opportunistic infection
