Texas State Manicurist Written Practice Exam

What type of infection is NOT typically a characteristic of pathogenic diseases?

1. Fungal infections

2. None are infectious

3. Bacterial infections

4. Viral infections

The correct answer is: None are infectious

The statement that none are infectious is accurate because pathogenic diseases are defined by their ability to cause disease, which inherently involves some form of infectious agent. Each of the other categories—fungal, bacterial, and viral infections—represents types of pathogens that can lead to infections in humans. Pathogenic diseases result from the invasion of the body by these infectious agents, which can multiply and disrupt normal bodily functions, leading to illness. Fungal infections are caused by fungi and can be opportunistic, especially in immunocompromised individuals. Bacterial infections result from the invasion of bacteria, which can thrive in various environments and produce toxins that can affect health. Viral infections occur when viruses invade and replicate inside the host cells, often leading to cellular damage and disease symptoms. Since all the other options involve types of microorganisms that are infectious by nature, the choice that emphasizes a lack of infectious agents aligns with the understanding that pathogenic conditions specifically involve infections, thereby making it the correct response in this context.