An agricultural worker is punctured by a tool used in the field. An infection, characterized by the development of a papule that is similar to a cauliflower appearance, develops. The worker is most likely suffering from which type of infection?

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Joe Turner

28 June, 18:28

An agricultural worker is punctured by a tool used in the field. An infection, characterized by the development of a papule that is similar to a cauliflower appearance, develops. The worker is most likely suffering from which type of infection?

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Randy Howe · Answer 1

Chromoblastomycosis

Explanation:

Based on the information provided within the question it can be said that worker is most likely suffering from Chromoblastomycosis. This is a type of infection that follows the description mentioned, and is caused by fungi entering the subcutaneous tissue after a field tool or vegetative material like a thorn or splinter pierces the skin and creates an opening for the fungi. Just like what happened to the worker.