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How do the infective larvae typically enter the host?
How do the infective larvae typically enter the host?
- By penetrating the mucosa and entering the circulation
- Through ingestion of raw or insufficiently cooked meat (correct)
- By burrowing into the sub-epithelium of the villi
- By depositing eggs in the mucosa
Where do the larvae undergo maturation after burrowing into the sub-epithelium of the villi?
Where do the larvae undergo maturation after burrowing into the sub-epithelium of the villi?
- In the lymphatic system
- In the muscles (correct)
- In the small intestine
- In the stomach
How long does it take for encapsulation to be completed after infection?
How long does it take for encapsulation to be completed after infection?
- 3 to 4 weeks
- 1 to 2 weeks
- 4 to 5 weeks (correct)
- 2 to 3 weeks
What is the average lifespan of the encysted larva in humans?
What is the average lifespan of the encysted larva in humans?
What may occur in infected muscle cells and the larva in humans after 6 to 12 months?
What may occur in infected muscle cells and the larva in humans after 6 to 12 months?
Where do the larvae grow and develop into individual cysts after about 3 weeks?
Where do the larvae grow and develop into individual cysts after about 3 weeks?
What can happen if an entire adult female worm is not completely removed?
What can happen if an entire adult female worm is not completely removed?
How is the diagnosis of Guinea worm infection typically made?
How is the diagnosis of Guinea worm infection typically made?
What is the recommended treatment for Guinea worm infection?
What is the recommended treatment for Guinea worm infection?
How can Toxocariasis be prevented?
How can Toxocariasis be prevented?
What is the source of Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati, the roundworms causing Toxocariasis?
What is the source of Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati, the roundworms causing Toxocariasis?
Why can't drugs be used effectively to treat Guinea worm infection?
Why can't drugs be used effectively to treat Guinea worm infection?
What is the average size of the adult male worm?
What is the average size of the adult male worm?
What is the characteristic feature of the anterior end of the adult female worm?
What is the characteristic feature of the anterior end of the adult female worm?
During which stage do the larvae of D.medinensis induce a blister on the skin?
During which stage do the larvae of D.medinensis induce a blister on the skin?
How are individuals infected with D.medinensis?
How are individuals infected with D.medinensis?
Where do the larvae penetrate after being released from copepods/Cyclops in the host's body?
Where do the larvae penetrate after being released from copepods/Cyclops in the host's body?
What symptoms do individuals experience as the migration of the organism occurs?
What symptoms do individuals experience as the migration of the organism occurs?
Where do the larvae of Toxocara migrate after penetrating the intestinal wall of humans?
Where do the larvae of Toxocara migrate after penetrating the intestinal wall of humans?
How many eggs per day does a female Toxocara nematode produce?
How many eggs per day does a female Toxocara nematode produce?
Where do the larvae of Toxocara canis develop into adult stage in dogs?
Where do the larvae of Toxocara canis develop into adult stage in dogs?
What environmental conditions are needed for non-infective Toxocara eggs to develop into infective embryonated eggs?
What environmental conditions are needed for non-infective Toxocara eggs to develop into infective embryonated eggs?
How long can embryonated eggs of Toxocara remain resistant to freezing, moisture, and extreme pH levels?
How long can embryonated eggs of Toxocara remain resistant to freezing, moisture, and extreme pH levels?
How do older female dogs reactivate the encysted stages of Toxocara during pregnancy?
How do older female dogs reactivate the encysted stages of Toxocara during pregnancy?
What is the definitive diagnosis of toxocariasis based on?
What is the definitive diagnosis of toxocariasis based on?
Which test is commonly used for diagnosing toxocariasis based on the detection of IgG antibodies against the larvae?
Which test is commonly used for diagnosing toxocariasis based on the detection of IgG antibodies against the larvae?
What is the significance of a serum titer of 1:8 in the diagnosis of ocular larva migrans (OLM)?
What is the significance of a serum titer of 1:8 in the diagnosis of ocular larva migrans (OLM)?
Which imaging technique can be used to detect and localize granulomatous lesions due to Toxocara larvae?
Which imaging technique can be used to detect and localize granulomatous lesions due to Toxocara larvae?
What is the main limitation of Western blot in diagnosing toxocariasis?
What is the main limitation of Western blot in diagnosing toxocariasis?
Why is it important to consider a patient's history of exposure to cats and dogs in the diagnosis of toxocariasis?
Why is it important to consider a patient's history of exposure to cats and dogs in the diagnosis of toxocariasis?
