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What is the mode of infection for loiasis?
What is the mode of infection for loiasis?
- Subcutaneous nodule over bony prominence
- Bite of Simulium fly (correct)
- Skin darkness (Sawda)
- Bite of female Sand fly
What clinical sign is associated with onchocerciasis?
What clinical sign is associated with onchocerciasis?
- Skin darkness (Sawda)
- Ulcer with indurated edge which started as a papule
- Subconjunctival oedema (correct)
- Diffuse cutaneous leishmaniasis if patient is immunocompromised
What is the cause of manifestation for cutaneous leishmaniasis?
What is the cause of manifestation for cutaneous leishmaniasis?
- Bite of Simulium fly
- Skin darkness (Sawda)
- Bite of female Sand fly (correct)
- Subcutaneous nodule over bony prominence
How is the diagnosis of loiasis typically made?
How is the diagnosis of loiasis typically made?
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What is the treatment for onchocerciasis?
What is the treatment for onchocerciasis?
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Which parasitic stage is involved in cutaneous leishmaniasis?
Which parasitic stage is involved in cutaneous leishmaniasis?
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What is a common complication of cutaneous leishmaniasis?
What is a common complication of cutaneous leishmaniasis?
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What is the host's inflammatory response to in loiasis?
What is the host's inflammatory response to in loiasis?
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