Amoebiasis: Symptoms, Transmission, Diagnosis & Treatment

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Which parasite causes 'beaver fever' due to its common hosts?

Giardia lamblia

What is the causative agent of Cryptosporidiosis?

Cryptosporidium parvum

What is the primary route of transmission for Cryptosporidiosis?

Consumption of contaminated drinking water

Which parasite is more commonly identified in children than in adults globally?

Giardia lamblia

What is the first responder to acute infection among the immunoglobulins mentioned?

IgM

Which parasite causes diarrhea and is the leading cause of diarrhea in children under 2?

Cryptosporidium parvum

What is the first-line treatment (drug of choice) for Cryptosporidiosis?

Nitazoxanide

Which parasite is known to cause 'beaver fever'?

Giardia lamblia

What is the leading cause of diarrhea in children under 2 years old according to the text?

Cryptosporidium parvum

Which parasite is the most commonly identified intestinal parasite globally?

Giardia lamblia

Learn about the symptoms, route of transmission, diagnosis, and treatment options for amoebiasis. Understand how to identify this parasitic infection and the different medications used to treat it.

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