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JANUARY 2005 QUIZ OF THE MONTH . . .

Allergic fungal sinusitis (AFS) appears to be a particular type of chronic rhinosinusitis. Which of the statements below about AFS are true or false?

  1. Most individuals who develop AFS are strongly atopic
  2. The sinus mucosa is commonly necrotic, with extension of the inflammation into submucosal structures
  3. Fungal hyphae are present in the sinus exudates
  4. Granuloma are commonly found in the sinus mucosa
  5. Systemic anti-fungal antibiotic treatment is effective in controlling AFS


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