NACA Animal Control Officers Practice Test

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What condition does Malassezia Dermatitis refer to?

Infection of blood
Inflammation of the skin due to yeast
Invasion by mites
Ear infection

The correct answer is: Inflammation of the skin due to yeast

Malassezia Dermatitis refers specifically to inflammation of the skin caused by the Malassezia yeast, which is a type of fungus that naturally occurs on the skin of many animals, including dogs and cats. Under certain conditions, such as a compromised immune system, excess moisture, or an imbalance in the skin's microbiome, this yeast can proliferate excessively, leading to dermatitis. The condition manifests with symptoms like redness, itching, and discomfort. It is important for animal control officers and health care providers to recognize this condition, as it can often be managed effectively with antifungal treatments and proper skin care. Other conditions listed in the options, such as infections of the blood or mite invasions, refer to different health issues that do not specifically pertain to the yeast-related skin inflammation that characterizes Malassezia Dermatitis.