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What is the clinical presentation during the enteric phase of infection by All intestinal nematodes?
What is the clinical presentation during the enteric phase of infection by All intestinal nematodes?
- Fever, facial edema, urticaria, pain, swelling and weakness
- Diarrhea/constipation, vomiting, abdominal cramps, malaise & nausea (correct)
- Mild catarrhal inflammation of the intestinal mucosa
- Intense itching, insomnia due to pruritus, poor appetite, weight loss
How can the diagnosis of infection by All intestinal nematodes be definitively confirmed?
How can the diagnosis of infection by All intestinal nematodes be definitively confirmed?
- High counts of peripheral blood eosinophilia
- Muscle biopsy (correct)
- Biochemical test for muscle damage
- Serology
What is the most appropriate treatment for All intestinal nematodes?
What is the most appropriate treatment for All intestinal nematodes?
- Thiabendazole 2x a day for 7 days (correct)
- Mebendazole 6 hourly for 10-14 days
- Albendazole 400mg single dose
- Mebendazole 500mg single dose
Which parasite causes enterobiasis/oxyuriasis characterized by perianal itching?
Which parasite causes enterobiasis/oxyuriasis characterized by perianal itching?
What is the MOT (Mode of Transmission) for Ascaris lumbricoides?
What is the MOT (Mode of Transmission) for Ascaris lumbricoides?
What is a common symptom experienced due to infection by Enterobius vermicularis?
What is a common symptom experienced due to infection by Enterobius vermicularis?
Which medication can be administered as a single dose for Enterobius vermicularis infection?
Which medication can be administered as a single dose for Enterobius vermicularis infection?
What is a hallmark symptom of enterobiasis caused by Enterobius vermicularis?
What is a hallmark symptom of enterobiasis caused by Enterobius vermicularis?
What should be the focus of prevention and control strategies for Enterobius vermicularis infection?
What should be the focus of prevention and control strategies for Enterobius vermicularis infection?
Which stage involves the encystment process and muscle damage in All intestinal nematodes infection?
Which stage involves the encystment process and muscle damage in All intestinal nematodes infection?
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All intestinal nematodes: Symptoms
All intestinal nematodes: Symptoms
Diarrhea/constipation, vomiting, abdominal cramps, malaise, and nausea.
Enterobius vermicularis: Infection symptom
Enterobius vermicularis: Infection symptom
Perianal itching.
Ascaris lumbricoides: Transmission
Ascaris lumbricoides: Transmission
Ingestion of embryonated eggs.
Enterobius vermicularis: Treatment
Enterobius vermicularis: Treatment
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All intestinal nematodes: Treatment
All intestinal nematodes: Treatment
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All intestinal nematodes: Diagnosis (incorrect)
All intestinal nematodes: Diagnosis (incorrect)
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Enterobiasis Prevention
Enterobiasis Prevention
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Enterobiasis: Symptom
Enterobiasis: Symptom
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Ascariasis: Symptoms
Ascariasis: Symptoms
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Intestinal Nematodes: Convalescent Stage
Intestinal Nematodes: Convalescent Stage
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