Helminths Limited to Intestinal Tract
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Which country has the highest number of recognized cases of Intestinal Capillariasis?

  • Japan
  • Philippines (correct)
  • Thailand
  • Taiwan

    • Which anti-helminthic drug should not be given during the first trimester of pregnancy?

  • Pyrantel embonate
  • Mebendazole
  • Piperazine
  • Albendazole (correct)

    • What is the recommended treatment for Capillaria infection?

  • Mebendazole 100 mg once daily for 20 days
  • Albendazole 400 mg twice daily for 10 days
  • Albendazole 400 mg once daily for 10 days
  • Mebendazole 100 mg twice daily for 20 days (correct)

    • What is the most common way humans become infected with Trichostrongyliasis?

    <p>Through ingestion of contaminated food or water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most prominent clinical feature of E. vermicularis infection?

    <p>Cutaneous irritation in the perianal region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cause of transmission of Trichuris trichiura infection?

    <p>Ingestion of soil or food contaminated with feces containing infective eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which animals can be infected by members of the genus Trichuris?

    <p>Both humans and domestic animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum reported survival time for pinworm eggs under lower temperature and higher humidity conditions?

    <p>19 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the diagnostic method for trichuriasis?

    <p>Stool examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for mild to moderate trichuriasis infections?

    <p>Albendazole 800 mg once a day B) Ivermectin 400 µg/kg orally for 3 days C) Mebendazole 200 mg twice daily for 3 days D) Pyrantel pamoate alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the probable natural reservoir host for Capillaria philippinensis?

    <p>Fish-eating water birds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated number of people globally infected with Trichuris trichiura?

    <p>500 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method for identifying E. vermicularis ova?

    <p>Transparent tape test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Capillaria infection diagnosed?

    <p>By finding characteristic eggs in the stool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cure rate for E. vermicularis infection with anti-helminthic drugs?

    <blockquote> <p>90%</p> </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

    In which part of the body do adult female pinworms settle and live for up to 13 weeks?

    <p>The cecum, appendix, or adjacent areas of the ascending colon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following animals is not a common host for Trichostrongylus species?

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

    How long does it take for a patent infection of T. trichiura to develop after ingestion of eggs?

    <p>1 to 3 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of heavy infection of T. trichiura?

    <p>Chronic diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common contributing factor for the prevalence of enterobiasis among young school-aged children?

    <p>Exposure to infected peers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication of pruritus ani caused by E. vermicularis?

    <p>Secondary bacterial infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should anti-helminthic treatment be repeated for E. vermicularis infection?

    <p>Once every 2-4 weeks for 2-3 times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group experiences the most intense infections of Trichuris trichiura?

    <p>School-age children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the clinical presentation of chronic trichuriasis in children in endemic areas?

    <p>Finger clubbing and rectal prolapse with chronic diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of the chronic malabsorption-diarrhea syndrome caused by Capillaria philippinensis?

    <p>Watery diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can protect against Capillaria infection?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the usual site of infection for Trichostrongylus adults in humans?

    <p>The duodenum or upper jejunum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most effective treatment for Trichostrongyliasis?

    <p>Albendazole 400 mg once daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prevalence of human infection with Trichostrongylus species in endemic areas?

    <p>1-2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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