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What is the first-line treatment for amebiasis or giardiasis during pregnancy?
What is the first-line treatment for amebiasis or giardiasis during pregnancy?
- Paramomycin (correct)
- ALT
- Iodoquinol
- Alkaline phosphatase
How is the diagnosis of primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) made?
How is the diagnosis of primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) made?
- By examining vaginal or urethral secretions under a microscope (correct)
- By conducting a skin biopsy
- Through molecular testing of blood samples
- By analyzing sputum samples under a microscope
Which infection is characterized by symptoms such as fishy odor, thin grayish-white discharge, and itching or burning?
Which infection is characterized by symptoms such as fishy odor, thin grayish-white discharge, and itching or burning?
- Bacterial vaginosis (BV) (correct)
- Trichomoniasis
- Giardia lamblia infection
- Candidiasis
How is the diagnosis of Giardia lamblia infection typically made?
How is the diagnosis of Giardia lamblia infection typically made?
What does Iodoquinol act by in the treatment of certain infections?
What does Iodoquinol act by in the treatment of certain infections?
What is the first-line treatment for amebiasis or giardiasis during pregnancy?
What is the first-line treatment for amebiasis or giardiasis during pregnancy?
What is the characteristic symptom of Trichomoniasis?
What is the characteristic symptom of Trichomoniasis?
How is the diagnosis of Bacterial vaginosis (BV) typically made?
How is the diagnosis of Bacterial vaginosis (BV) typically made?
What is the primary cause of liver function tests consistent with an infiltrative pattern of liver injury?
What is the primary cause of liver function tests consistent with an infiltrative pattern of liver injury?
What is the method for diagnosing Giardia lamblia infection?
What is the method for diagnosing Giardia lamblia infection?
Study Notes
Infections during Pregnancy
- The first-line treatment for amebiasis or giardiasis during pregnancy is metronidazole.
Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM)
- The diagnosis of primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) is made by identification of motile trophozoites of Naegleria fowleri in cerebral spinal fluid.
Trichomoniasis
- Trichomoniasis is characterized by symptoms such as fishy odor, thin grayish-white discharge, and itching or burning.
Giardia Lamblia Infection
- The diagnosis of Giardia lamblia infection is typically made by detection of cysts or trophozoites in stool specimens.
- The method for diagnosing Giardia lamblia infection is by detection of cysts or trophozoites in stool specimens.
Treatment of Infections
- Iodoquinol acts by inhibiting the pyruvate ferredoxin oxidoreductase system in the treatment of certain infections.
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
- The diagnosis of Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is typically made by Amsel's criteria, which includes presence of three out of four criteria: homogeneous vaginal discharge, pH > 4.5, positive whiff test, and clue cells on microscopy.
Liver Injury
- The primary cause of liver function tests consistent with an infiltrative pattern of liver injury is amebic liver abscess.
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Test your knowledge on the classification and treatment of parasites, specifically Protozoa. Learn about medications, liver function tests, and symptoms of parasitic infections.
