10 Questions
What symptoms may mimic pulmonary TB in a patient infected with P. westermani?
Cough and chest pain
In what percentage of cases of P. westermani infection may X-rays show normal findings in the early stages of the disease?
10-40%
Which of the following is a possible extrapulmonary site for migration of immature flukes in P. westermani infection?
Brain
How is the diagnosis of P. westermani infection typically confirmed?
Stool and sputum examination
What type of lesions can be seen later on in patients with P. westermani infection?
Cavitary lesions
Which species of blood flukes is responsible for the most number of people requiring treatment yearly?
S. japonicum
In how many countries are blood flukes documented?
77
Which country has the highest percentage of its population at risk of blood fluke infection?
Nigeria
What is the total number of countries at most risk of blood fluke infections?
52
How many people worldwide are estimated to be at risk of blood fluke infections?
200 million
Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of Paragonimus westermani infection, which may mimic pulmonary TB. Radiographic findings and possible extrapulmonary sites are discussed, along with diagnostic methods such as stool, sputum examination, and serology tests.
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