Paragonimiasis: Causes, Distribution & Morphology
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What is the primary system affected by Paragonimiasis?

  • Gastrointestinal system
  • Cardiopulmonary system (correct)
  • Nervous system
  • Hepatic system

Which type of pathogen is responsible for Paragonimiasis?

  • Bacterium
  • Parasite (correct)
  • Fungus
  • Virus

Given its impact on the lungs, which manifestation would be least likely in a patient with Paragonimiasis?

  • Pulmonary hemorrhage
  • Chronic cough
  • Chest pain
  • Elevated blood pressure (correct)

If a patient is diagnosed with Paragonimiasis after consuming raw freshwater crabs, what stage of the parasite's life cycle is likely involved in the transmission?

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Why is early diagnosis critical when managing Paragonimiasis?

<p>To minimize lung damage and prevent potential dissemination to other organs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is most indicative of long-term paragonimiasis?

<p>Chronic cough accompanied by bloody sputum. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient presents with dyspnea and chest pain that intensifies with deep breaths. Which condition is most likely causing these symptoms?

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What respiratory symptoms are commonly observed in individuals infected with Paragonimus?

<p>Chronic cough, shortness of breath, and chest pain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient is suspected of having a Paragonimus infection. What specific finding in their sputum would strongly support this diagnosis?

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How does the chest pain associated with paragonimiasis typically manifest?

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Which description accurately reflects the physical attributes of the egg?

<p>Yellow-brown, ovoid, thick shell with a clearly visible operculum. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the anatomical arrangement of the described organism?

<p>Convex dorsally, concave ventrally. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an organism is described as hermaphroditic, what biological characteristic does it possess?

<p>It possesses both male and female reproductive organs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the appearance of the organism contribute to its identification in diagnostic settings?

<p>It resembles a common household item, aiding in quick identification. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering its reproductive strategy, what implications does the hermaphroditic nature of the organism have for its population dynamics?

<p>It increases the potential reproductive rate as any individual can act as either male or female. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of humans in the life cycle of the lung fluke Paragonimus westermani?

<p>Definitive host in which the parasite reaches sexual maturity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is thoroughly cooking crabs and crayfish crucial in preventing paragonimiasis?

<p>Cooking eradicates the metacercariae, the infective stage of the fluke. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person is diagnosed with paragonimiasis. What is the most likely way they contracted the infection?

<p>Consuming undercooked crab containing metacercariae. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the life cycle of Paragonimus westermani, what role do freshwater snails of the genus Melania play?

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Which of the following represents the correct sequence of hosts in the life cycle of Paragonimus westermani?

<p>Snail → Crab → Human (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient presents with symptoms resembling viral gastroenteritis, and their history reveals frequent consumption of undercooked crayfish. Which parasitic infection should be considered as a potential cause?

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

While studying different species of Paragonimus, a researcher aims to identify the most prevalent cause of lung fluke infections in humans globally. Which species should the researcher focus primarily on?

<p>Paragonimus westermani (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A community health program is designed to mitigate the risk of Paragonimus infection in a high-risk coastal area. Which intervention would be most effective in preventing new infections?

<p>Educating the public on proper cooking methods for crabs and crayfish. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A pathologist examines a lung biopsy from a patient suspected of having paragonimiasis. What key characteristic would help confirm the diagnosis?

<p>Identification of parasitic worms or eggs within the lung tissue. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would you best describe Paragonimiasis?

<p>A parasitic disease caused by flatworms, often affecting the lungs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What pathological process is directly triggered by adult Paragonimus worms within the host?

<p>Provocation of granulomatous reactions leading to fibrotic encapsulation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient is diagnosed with paragonimiasis but reports no noticeable symptoms. What is the most likely explanation for this?

<p>Many individuals infected with <em>Paragonimus</em> remain asymptomatic. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In paragonimiasis, what is the primary cause of ectopic lesions observed in organs such as the brain or heart?

<p>Aberrant migration of immature worms to locations outside the typical lung environment. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would be the least likely outcome of an ectopic lesion caused by Paragonimus in the abdominal cavity?

<p>Pulmonary embolism secondary to vascular worm migration. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient with a history of eating raw freshwater crabs presents with seizures and is suspected of having cerebral paragonimiasis. What pathological mechanism is most likely responsible for the neurological symptoms?

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Flashcards

Paragonimiasis

A parasitic infection caused by lung flukes of the genus Paragonimus.

Paragonimus Migration

The Paragonimus fluke migrates from the intestine to the lungs.

Paragonimiasis Transmission

Ingestion of raw or undercooked crustaceans (crabs, crayfish) containing metacercariae.

Paragonimiasis Symptoms

Cough, chest pain, dyspnea, and hemoptysis (coughing up blood).

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Paragonimiasis Treatment

Praziquantel is the primary drug used to treat Paragonimiasis infection.

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Trematodes

Flatworms of the Paragonimus genus that cause paragonimiasis.

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Paragonimus westermani

The most common lung fluke species causing paragonimiasis in humans.

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Definitive Hosts

Hosts where parasites reach maturity and reproduce.

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Intermediate Hosts

Hosts that harbor the parasite during a developmental phase.

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First Intermediate Host

Fresh-water snail of the genus Melania.

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Second Intermediate Hosts

Fresh-water crayfish or crabs.

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Infective Stage

Metacercaria

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Hermaphroditic

Having both male and female reproductive organs in a single individual.

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Convex Dorsally

Curved outward like the exterior of a sphere.

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Concave Ventrally

Curved inward like the interior of a bowl.

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Coffee Bean Appearance

Resembles a coffee bean in shape.

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Operculum (of an egg)

A lid-like structure or cap at one end of the egg.

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Asymptomatic Paragonimiasis

Many individuals infected with Paragonimus may not show any noticeable symptoms.

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Worm-Induced Reaction

Adult worms induce granulomatous reactions, eventually leading to fibrotic encapsulation.

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Aberrant Migration Effects

Immature worms can migrate to atypical locations such as the abdomen, heart, or brain, causing ectopic lesions.

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Fibrotic Encapsulation

The body responds to adult Paragonimus worms by forming granulomas which then become enclosed in fibrous tissue.

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Ectopic Lesions

Immature Paragonimus worms sometimes migrate to locations outside the lungs, such as the brain, heart, or abdomen, causing ectopic lesions.

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Chronic Cough

Persistent coughing that lasts for weeks or months.

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Shortness of Breath (Dyspnea)

Difficulty in breathing or breathlessness, a common symptom of respiratory illness.

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Chest Pain

Discomfort or aching in the chest area.

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Hemoptysis

Coughing up blood or blood-stained mucus from the lungs or airways.

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Dyspnea

Difficulty in breathing

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Study Notes

  • Paragonimiasis is caused by Trematodes (flatworms) of the Paragonimus genus
  • Paragonimiasis is a parasitic disease caused by a parasitic worm (fluke or lung fluke) that infects the lungs.
  • Over 10 Paragonimus species are human pathogens.
  • The most common lung fluke is Paragonimus westermani.

Etiology

  • Paragonimiasis is a food-borne parasitic infection.
  • It is contracted from eating undercooked crab or crayfish carrying immature flukes.
  • Paragonimiasis can cause illnesses resembling viral gastroenteritis or pneumonia, and can cause sub-acute to chronic inflammatory disease of the lung.

Geographic Distribution

  • Paragonimiasis is common throughout the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Morphology - Adult

  • Adult flukes are reddish-brown and ovoid, measuring 7-16 mm by 4-8 mm, similar in size.
  • Adult flukes are convex dorsally and concave ventrally, resembling a coffee bean.
  • Adult flukes are hermaphroditic.

Morphology - Egg

  • The eggs are yellow-brown, ovoid, or elongate with a thick shell.
  • The operculum is visible at the large end.
  • The eggs are unembryonated when passed in sputum or feces.

Life cycle

  • Unembryonated eggs are passed in human or feline sputum.
  • After two weeks, miracidia hatch within the egg.
  • Miracidia penetrate the first intermediate host (snail).
  • Within the snail, mother sporocysts form and produce many mother rediae.
  • Daughter rediae produce crawling cercariae released into freshwater.
  • Cercariae penetrate freshwater crabs or crayfish and encyst in the muscles, becoming metacercaria.
  • Humans or felines become infected by eating raw infected crabs.
  • Metacercaria excyst, penetrate the gut, diaphragm, and lungs, developing into adult worms that live in pairs.
  • Adult worms live in the respiratory tract (lung) of man.
  • Definitive hosts are humans and domestic animals (zoonosis).
  • The first intermediate host is a freshwater snail of the genus Melania.
  • The second intermediate host is a freshwater crayfish or crab.
  • Metacercaria is the infective stage.

Mode of Infection

  • Infection is contracted by eating undercooked crab or crayfish that carry immature flukes.
  • Contamination can also occur via metacercaria during cooking.

Clinical Picture

  • Symptoms result from the worms' location and activity, changing over time.
  • Many people with paragonimiasis never experience symptoms.

Pathogenesis

  • Adult worms provoke granulomatous reactions, ending in fibrotic encapsulation of the worms.
  • Aberrant migration of immature worms can lead to ectopic lesions in the abdomen, heart, or brain.

Symptoms

  • During the first month after infection, paragonimiasis worms may spread through the abdomen causing:
    • Fever
    • Ill-feeling (malaise)
    • Diarrhea
    • Abdominal pain
    • Itching and hives
  • Worms travel to the chest, causing respiratory symptoms like:
    • Chronic cough
    • Shortness of breath
    • Chest pain
    • Hemoptysis (cough with bloody sputum)
  • Pleural effusion can occur.

Diagnosis

  • Paragonimiasis diagnosis can be difficult or delayed because symptoms are mild and overlap with common conditions.
  • Patients with symptoms may undergo multiple tests before diagnosis:
    • Clinically
    • In the laboratory
  • Tests will include:
    • Geographical distribution history
    • СВС(Complete blood count)
    • Eosinophilia 20-25%
    • Direct Diagnosis, Sputum or Stool sample
    • Serology tests early and chronic
    • Radiology, Nodular & Ring shadows

Treatment

  • The most common and effective drug is praziquantel (Biltricide), taken three times daily for 3 days.

Prevention and Control

  • Include treatment of infected cases
  • Avoid eating raw freshwater crabs and crayfish.
  • Prevent sputum and stool from entering water sources.
  • Provide health education.
  • Implement snail population control measures.

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Paragonimiasis is a parasitic disease caused by Paragonimus flatworms, typically contracted from eating undercooked crab or crayfish. It's prevalent in the Americas, Africa, and Asia. Adult flukes are reddish-brown, ovoid, and hermaphroditic, while eggs are yellow-brown and also ovoid.

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