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What clinical symptoms are associated with verminous pneumonia caused by migrating larvae?
What clinical symptoms are associated with verminous pneumonia caused by migrating larvae?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of verminous pneumonia?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of verminous pneumonia?
What is the typical type of pneumonia caused by a large number of migrating larvae?
What is the typical type of pneumonia caused by a large number of migrating larvae?
Eosinophilia is often observed in cases of verminous pneumonia. What does eosinophilia indicate?
Eosinophilia is often observed in cases of verminous pneumonia. What does eosinophilia indicate?
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In addition to fever and cough, which symptom is specifically noted in the clinical manifestation of verminous pneumonia?
In addition to fever and cough, which symptom is specifically noted in the clinical manifestation of verminous pneumonia?
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What stages are included in the life cycle after mating?
What stages are included in the life cycle after mating?
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Where does the entire life cycle take place after mating?
Where does the entire life cycle take place after mating?
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What is the first stage of development that follows mating?
What is the first stage of development that follows mating?
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Which of the following stages occurs last in the life cycle mentioned?
Which of the following stages occurs last in the life cycle mentioned?
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What can be inferred about the habitat requirements for this organism's development?
What can be inferred about the habitat requirements for this organism's development?
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What condition may result from obstructions leading to fluid accumulation in the legs and genitalia?
What condition may result from obstructions leading to fluid accumulation in the legs and genitalia?
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Which specific area is particularly affected by edema due to obstruction?
Which specific area is particularly affected by edema due to obstruction?
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What is choluria, as stated in the context?
What is choluria, as stated in the context?
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What complication may develop in the kidneys due to lymphatic rupture?
What complication may develop in the kidneys due to lymphatic rupture?
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What can be a consequence of obstruction leading to prolonged fluid accumulation?
What can be a consequence of obstruction leading to prolonged fluid accumulation?
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What symptoms are commonly associated with gastroenteritis?
What symptoms are commonly associated with gastroenteritis?
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How can acute gastroenteritis infection be mistaken in diagnosis?
How can acute gastroenteritis infection be mistaken in diagnosis?
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Which condition can chronic gastroenteritis resemble?
Which condition can chronic gastroenteritis resemble?
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Which of the following findings might suggest gastroenteritis?
Which of the following findings might suggest gastroenteritis?
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Which laboratory finding is associated with gastroenteritis?
Which laboratory finding is associated with gastroenteritis?
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How does the scolex of D.latum attach to the intestinal wall?
How does the scolex of D.latum attach to the intestinal wall?
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Which of the following features distinguishes D.latum from other cestodes?
Which of the following features distinguishes D.latum from other cestodes?
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What is the term used to describe the elongated sucking grooves found in D.latum?
What is the term used to describe the elongated sucking grooves found in D.latum?
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Which characteristic is NOT found in the scolex of D.latum?
Which characteristic is NOT found in the scolex of D.latum?
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In what way does D.latum’s scolex differ from that of typical cestodes?
In what way does D.latum’s scolex differ from that of typical cestodes?
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Study Notes
Diphyllobothrium latum Larvae Migration
- Large numbers of migrating larvae cause verminous pneumonia.
- Symptoms include fever, cough, difficulty breathing, wheezing, changing X-ray shadows and increased eosinophils in the blood.
- The entire life cycle of egg, larva, and adult can occur in the soil.
Diphyllobothrium latum Adult Worm
- Obstruction caused by the adult worm leads to edema and fibrosis in the legs and genitalia, especially the scrotum.
- Lymph can be found in the urine due to lymphatic rupture in the kidneys.
- Common symptoms include gastroenteritis, abdominal pain, increased eosinophils in the blood, and occult blood in the stool.
- Acute infection can resemble appendicitis, and chronic infection can resemble gastrointestinal cancer.
Diphyllobothrium latum Scolex
- Unlike other cestodes with suckers, the scolex of D. latum has two elongated grooves for attachment to the intestinal wall.
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Explore the life cycle, migration, and clinical symptoms of Diphyllobothrium latum, a parasitic infection. This quiz covers key aspects including the larvae migration, adult worm complications, and distinct features of the scolex. Test your knowledge on this fascinating and complex organism.
