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Dr. Mobeen dicusses the following diseases in this lecture:
- Pyogenic (tissue invasion)
- Sore Throat
- Skin Infections
- Folliculitis
- Pyoderma/Pustules
- Cellulitis
- Erysipelas
- Impetigo
- Toxigenic (exotoxin mediated)
- Scarlet Fever
- Toxic Shock Like Syndrome
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Immunogenic (immune response mediated)
- Rheumatic Fever
- Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis
Notes to be posted soon.
* Recognize the classification of Streptococcus pyogenes diseases into pyogenic, toxigenic, and immunogenic categories.
* Understand the clinical manifestations and transmission routes of streptococcal pharyngitis and skin infections.
* Describe the appropriate antibiotic management for streptococcal pharyngitis and skin infections.
* Identify the clinical features and treatment approach for diseases caused by streptococcal exotoxins.
* Explain the immune-mediated diseases associated with Streptococcus pyogenes and their management strategies.
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