Human Cysticercosis Manifestations Quiz
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Which symptoms may be present in human cysticercosis?

  • Abdominal discomfort, nausea, change in appetite, weakness, and weight loss (correct)
  • Joint pain, muscle aches, rash, and fatigue
  • Headache, fever, cough, and sore throat
  • Dizziness, blurred vision, chest pain, and shortness of breath
  • What causes human cysticercosis?

  • Bacteria
  • Parasitic worm unrelated to Taenia solium
  • Virus
  • Larva of Taenia solium (correct)
  • Why is it important to distinguish T. solium from T. saginatus during laboratory diagnostics?

  • Because T. saginatus is more resistant to treatment
  • To prevent the spread of T. saginatus to other organs
  • Due to the higher mortality rate associated with T. saginatus infection
  • Due to the potential risk of cysticercus developing in T. solium infection (correct)
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