Diphyllobothrium latum Life Cycle and Symptoms
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Diphyllobothrium latum Life Cycle and Symptoms

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What clinical symptoms are associated with verminous pneumonia caused by migrating larvae?

  • Fever and cough (correct)
  • Headaches and nausea
  • Increased appetite and fatigue
  • Joint pain and rash
  • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of verminous pneumonia?

  • Changing X-ray shadows
  • Eosinophilia
  • Dyspnea
  • Severe abdominal pain (correct)
  • What is the typical type of pneumonia caused by a large number of migrating larvae?

  • Lobular pneumonia
  • Aspiration pneumonia
  • Atypical pneumonia
  • Verminous pneumonia (correct)
  • Eosinophilia is often observed in cases of verminous pneumonia. What does eosinophilia indicate?

    <p>Allergic reactions or parasitic infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to fever and cough, which symptom is specifically noted in the clinical manifestation of verminous pneumonia?

    <p>Wheezes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stages are included in the life cycle after mating?

    <p>Egg, larva, and adult</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the entire life cycle take place after mating?

    <p>In the soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first stage of development that follows mating?

    <p>Egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following stages occurs last in the life cycle mentioned?

    <p>Adult</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the habitat requirements for this organism's development?

    <p>Dependent on soil conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition may result from obstructions leading to fluid accumulation in the legs and genitalia?

    <p>Edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which specific area is particularly affected by edema due to obstruction?

    <p>Scrotum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is choluria, as stated in the context?

    <p>Presence of lymph in urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What complication may develop in the kidneys due to lymphatic rupture?

    <p>Choluria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be a consequence of obstruction leading to prolonged fluid accumulation?

    <p>Fibrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptoms are commonly associated with gastroenteritis?

    <p>Eosinophilia and abdominal pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can acute gastroenteritis infection be mistaken in diagnosis?

    <p>It resembles appendicitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition can chronic gastroenteritis resemble?

    <p>Gastrointestinal cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following findings might suggest gastroenteritis?

    <p>Occult blood in the stool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which laboratory finding is associated with gastroenteritis?

    <p>Eosinophilia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the scolex of D.latum attach to the intestinal wall?

    <p>Through elongated sucking grooves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following features distinguishes D.latum from other cestodes?

    <p>Two elongated sucking grooves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the elongated sucking grooves found in D.latum?

    <p>Bothria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT found in the scolex of D.latum?

    <p>Suckers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does D.latum’s scolex differ from that of typical cestodes?

    <p>It has elongated sucking grooves instead of suckers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

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