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