Cysticercosis Diagnosis and Symptoms

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What is a characteristic of neurocysticercosis?

Decreased mononuclear cells in CSF

Increased eosinophilia in serum

Elevated protein and decreased glucose in CSF (correct)

Elevated glucose in CSF

What is the primary mode of transmission for Hymenolepis nana?

Vector transmission through insects

Direct contact with infected animals

Fecal-oral route through contaminated food and water (correct)

Vertical transmission from mother to child

What is the drug of choice for treating taeniasis?

Metronidazole

Albendazole

Praziquantel (correct)

Niclosamide

What is the distinctive feature of the scolex of Hymenolepis nana?

Rudimentary rostellum with 4 cup-shaped hooklets Signup and view all the answers

What is the diagnostic stage of Hymenolepis nana?

Embryonated eggs in feces Signup and view all the answers

What is the infective stage of Hymenolepis nana?

Embryonated eggs in food Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical number of segments found in Taenia solium?

1,000-4,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common manifestation of cerebral cysticercosis?

Convulsions Signup and view all the answers

How can the diagnosis of Taenia solium be confirmed?

By identifying the characteristic proglottids, eggs, and scolex in feces or patient's undergarments Signup and view all the answers

What is the infective stage of cysticercosis that is transmitted from improperly cooked pork or beef?

Cysticerci Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic shape of the scolex of Taenia saginata?

Spherical with four acetabula Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical life cycle of cysticerci in humans?

Up to 5 years in any organ or tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the morphology of Taenia solium gravid proglottids?

7-13 dendritic/fingerlike branches Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Taenia saginata infection?

Obstruction of the bile and pancreatic ducts Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of neurocysticercosis?

It is considered one of the most serious zoonotic diseases worldwide Signup and view all the answers

How many eggs are typically found in each proglottid of Taenia solium?

97,000-124,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the reaction of the tissue when a cysticercus dies?

The tissue becomes inflamed and calcified Signup and view all the answers

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