18 Questions
What is the typical length of Ascaris lumbricoides in adulthood when parasitizing the human intestine?
15-35 cm
What is the primary species involved in human infections of ascariasis globally?
Ascaris lumbricoides
What is the name of the infection caused by Ascaris lumbricoides and Ascaris suum?
Ascariasis
What is the treatment of choice with reportedly high cure rates of 99-100% for ascariasis?
Praziquantel
In which type of infection does Ascaris lumbricoides affect the human intestine?
Parasitic infection
What is the mechanism of transmission for Ascaris lumbricoides?
Contaminated water or food
Which Taenia species is primarily found in Asia?
Taenia asiatica
Which laboratory method has the highest specificity for detecting Taenia solium carriers?
Multiplex LAMP with dot-ELISA
Which symptom is most commonly associated with taeniasis?
Passage of proglottids
Which blood test is used to detect mild eosinophilia in patients with intestinal Taeniasis?
CBC count
Which method is used to diagnose Taeniasis when stool samples cannot be obtained?
Endoscopy
Which type of contact is a risk factor for Taenia solium infection?
Contact with infected pigs
What is the prevalence of Ascaris lumbricoides infection among developing countries?
4-90%
Which type of syndrome is associated with the early respiratory symptoms of Ascaris lumbricoides infection?
Eosinophilic Pneumonia (Löffler syndrome)
How many people are believed to be infected with Ascaris lumbricoides in the United States?
4 million
Who are the high-risk groups for Ascaris lumbricoides infection in the United States?
International travelers, recent immigrants from Latin America and Asia, and international adoptees
Which intestinal roundworm is the most common parasite in humans?
Ascaris lumbricoides (human roundworm)
Which organ can experience obstruction as a complication of severe Ascaris lumbricoides infection?
Intestine
Learn about the statistics and incidences of Ascariasis, a common intestinal nematode infection that affects a significant portion of the world's population. This quiz discusses the prevalence of Ascaris lumbricoides, high-risk groups, and the situation in the United States.
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