Ascariasis Statistics and Incidences
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What is the typical length of Ascaris lumbricoides in adulthood when parasitizing the human intestine?

  • 15-35 cm (correct)
  • 60-70 cm
  • 5-10 cm
  • 40-50 cm

What is the primary species involved in human infections of ascariasis globally?

  • Ascaris suum
  • Ascaris lumbricoides (correct)
  • Taenia saginata
  • Echinococcus granulosus

What is the name of the infection caused by Ascaris lumbricoides and Ascaris suum?

  • Taeniasis
  • Diphyllobothriasis
  • Ascariasis (correct)
  • Cysticercosis

What is the treatment of choice with reportedly high cure rates of 99-100% for ascariasis?

<p>Praziquantel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of infection does Ascaris lumbricoides affect the human intestine?

<p>Parasitic infection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of transmission for Ascaris lumbricoides?

<p>Contaminated water or food (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Taenia species is primarily found in Asia?

<p>Taenia asiatica (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which laboratory method has the highest specificity for detecting Taenia solium carriers?

<p>Multiplex LAMP with dot-ELISA (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is most commonly associated with taeniasis?

<p>Passage of proglottids (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which blood test is used to detect mild eosinophilia in patients with intestinal Taeniasis?

<p>CBC count (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method is used to diagnose Taeniasis when stool samples cannot be obtained?

<p>Endoscopy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of contact is a risk factor for Taenia solium infection?

<p>Contact with infected pigs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of Ascaris lumbricoides infection among developing countries?

<p>4-90% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of syndrome is associated with the early respiratory symptoms of Ascaris lumbricoides infection?

<p>Eosinophilic Pneumonia (Löffler syndrome) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people are believed to be infected with Ascaris lumbricoides in the United States?

<p>4 million (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the high-risk groups for Ascaris lumbricoides infection in the United States?

<p>International travelers, recent immigrants from Latin America and Asia, and international adoptees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which intestinal roundworm is the most common parasite in humans?

<p>Ascaris lumbricoides (human roundworm) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ can experience obstruction as a complication of severe Ascaris lumbricoides infection?

<p>Intestine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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