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Habitat and Hosts of Dracunculus medinensis

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What is the definitive host for the parasite described in the text?

Birds

Fish

Human (correct)

Rats

Which of the following animals is NOT listed as a reservoir host for the parasite?

Dogs

Cattle

Camels

Birds (correct)

How can the larvae of the parasite be diagnosed directly?

Blood test

Collecting larvae from females by cold fomentation (correct)

Ultrasound imaging

MRI scan

What can be observed or palpated when examining females underneath the skin?

Gravid females Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom may occur when there is migration of females of the parasite within the host?

Burning sensation Signup and view all the answers

What toxic and allergic manifestations can occur due to the parasite described?

Malaise and headache Signup and view all the answers

When does hydrotropism lead to the formation of blisters associated with the parasite?

$1$ month post-infection Signup and view all the answers

What happens to dead females of the parasite in subcutaneous tissues?

$ ext{Fibrosis and calcification}$ Signup and view all the answers