Leptospirosis Interrogans: The Surfers Oasis Quiz
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What is the characteristic spiral shape of the Leptospira bacteria?

  • Coccus-shaped
  • Question mark-shaped (correct)
  • Rod-shaped
  • Spherical

Which of the following is a common reservoir for Leptospira bacteria?

  • Drinking water
  • Inner tubes (correct)
  • Soil
  • Seawater

What is the primary mode of transmission for Leptospirosis?

  • Airborne
  • Exposure to contaminated water or soil (correct)
  • Vector-borne
  • Ingestion of contaminated food

Which of the following clinical manifestations is characteristic of Leptospirosis?

<p>Conjunctival suffusion without inflammatory exudate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following treatments is commonly used for Leptospirosis?

<p>Penicillin or doxycycline (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Leptospirosis primarily transmitted?

<p>Skin contact with water contaminated by animal urine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which water sport is associated with the transmission of Leptospirosis?

<p>Surfing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can Leptospira bacteria enter the human body?

<p>Through skin and mucous membranes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Leptospirosis involving the eyes?

<p>Conjunctival suffusion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is symbolized by a rubber dingy shaped like a kidney in the context of Leptospirosis?

<p>Renal dysfunction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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