This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: NEET Jan 2020, Subject name: Microbiology
Which of the following is most likely to be acquired by traumatic inoculation? 
Select and explain. 
A. Blastomyces dermatitidis, B. Sporothrix schenkii, C. Coccidioides immitis, D. Paracoccidiodes brasiliensis
B: Sporothrix schenkii
Answer: B: Sporothrix schenkii 
Explanation: All dimorphic fungi are acquired the respiratory route exceptSporothrixschenkiiwhich is acquired in majority bytraumatic inoculation of conidia. Sporotrichosis- Caused by Sporothrixschenkii (dimorphic fungus) akaRose gardeners disease Most cases are acquired cutaneous inoculation or walking bare foot. M/c seen in farmers, spread by thorn prick. Is a chronic mycotic disease that typically involves skin,subcutaneous tissue and regional lymphatics. Enlarged lymphnodes extending centripetally as a beaded chain are a characteristic finding Yeast form shows broad based budding or cigar shape Mould form shows flower like sporulation