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How do adult tapeworms absorb their nutrients?
How do adult tapeworms absorb their nutrients?
- By photosynthesis
- Through their mouth
- Directly from their host through their integument (correct)
- Through their segmented proglottids
What is the function of the scolex in an adult tapeworm?
What is the function of the scolex in an adult tapeworm?
- Segment generation
- Attachment to the intestinal wall (correct)
- Nutrient absorption
- Reproduction
In the life cycle of Taenia saginata & T.solium, who are the definitive hosts that harbor the adult worms?
In the life cycle of Taenia saginata & T.solium, who are the definitive hosts that harbor the adult worms?
- Fish and amphibians
- Cattle and pigs
- Birds and reptiles
- Humans and dogs (correct)
Where is the natural habitat of Taenia saginata & T.solium in the human host?
Where is the natural habitat of Taenia saginata & T.solium in the human host?
What is the infectious stage of Schistosoma cercariae known as?
What is the infectious stage of Schistosoma cercariae known as?
What is the most significant pathology associated with Schistosoma infections?
What is the most significant pathology associated with Schistosoma infections?
What symptom can be induced by cercariae penetration into the skin?
What symptom can be induced by cercariae penetration into the skin?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Praziquantel against Schistosoma species?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Praziquantel against Schistosoma species?
What is one of the symptoms that can occur in travelers to endemic countries after cercariae penetrate their skin?
What is one of the symptoms that can occur in travelers to endemic countries after cercariae penetrate their skin?
What complication can result from gradual accumulation of scar tissue within the bladder and ureters due to schistosome egg deposition?
What complication can result from gradual accumulation of scar tissue within the bladder and ureters due to schistosome egg deposition?
What is the function of brood capsules in a hydatid cyst?
What is the function of brood capsules in a hydatid cyst?
Why are humans considered aberrant intermediate hosts for Echinococcus granulosus?
Why are humans considered aberrant intermediate hosts for Echinococcus granulosus?
How do hydatid cysts lead to symptoms in the liver?
How do hydatid cysts lead to symptoms in the liver?
Why are blood flukes like Schistosoma japonicum, Schistosoma mansoni, and Schistosoma haematobium known as water-borne parasitic diseases?
Why are blood flukes like Schistosoma japonicum, Schistosoma mansoni, and Schistosoma haematobium known as water-borne parasitic diseases?
How can tapeworm infection be diagnosed?
How can tapeworm infection be diagnosed?
What is the drug of choice for treating T.solium infection?
What is the drug of choice for treating T.solium infection?
What is the primary method of control for tapeworm infections in areas where they are common?
What is the primary method of control for tapeworm infections in areas where they are common?
In which animal does Echinococcus granulosus reside as an adult worm?
In which animal does Echinococcus granulosus reside as an adult worm?
How do humans become infected with Echinococcus granulosus?
How do humans become infected with Echinococcus granulosus?
