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What distinguishes Schistosomes from other trematodes?
What distinguishes Schistosomes from other trematodes?
How do Schistosomes infect their definitive hosts?
How do Schistosomes infect their definitive hosts?
Which species of Schistosome affects the urogenital system?
Which species of Schistosome affects the urogenital system?
What is the intermediate host for S.mansoni?
What is the intermediate host for S.mansoni?
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Which species of Schistosome affects the intestinal system?
Which species of Schistosome affects the intestinal system?
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How do Schistosomes infect their intermediate hosts?
How do Schistosomes infect their intermediate hosts?
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What is the main method of transmission for Schistosoma spp.?
What is the main method of transmission for Schistosoma spp.?
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What is the infective form of Schistosoma spp. that encounters the skin?
What is the infective form of Schistosoma spp. that encounters the skin?
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What is the prepatent period for Schistosoma haematobium?
What is the prepatent period for Schistosoma haematobium?
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What clinical symptom is associated with egg deposition and extrusion by Schistosoma haematobium?
What clinical symptom is associated with egg deposition and extrusion by Schistosoma haematobium?
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Which organ can be affected by tissue proliferation and repair due to Schistosoma mansoni infection?
Which organ can be affected by tissue proliferation and repair due to Schistosoma mansoni infection?
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What is the most practical method for the diagnosis of Schistosomiasis?
What is the most practical method for the diagnosis of Schistosomiasis?
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Which species of Schistosoma may lead to obstructive uropathy due to tissue proliferation in the bladder and lower ureter?
Which species of Schistosoma may lead to obstructive uropathy due to tissue proliferation in the bladder and lower ureter?
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What is the characteristic clinical manifestation associated with egg deposition and extrusion by Schistosoma mansoni?
What is the characteristic clinical manifestation associated with egg deposition and extrusion by Schistosoma mansoni?
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When should stool examination be performed for the suspected infection of S. mansoni or S. japonicum?
When should stool examination be performed for the suspected infection of S. mansoni or S. japonicum?
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What type of biopsy may demonstrate eggs when stool or urine examinations are negative for Schistosomiasis?
What type of biopsy may demonstrate eggs when stool or urine examinations are negative for Schistosomiasis?
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Which immunological serological test can be used for the diagnosis of Schistosoma spp.?
Which immunological serological test can be used for the diagnosis of Schistosoma spp.?
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What is the main clinical feature of S. haematobium infection?
What is the main clinical feature of S. haematobium infection?
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During the migratory phase of S. haematobium infection, what symptoms might a person experience?
During the migratory phase of S. haematobium infection, what symptoms might a person experience?
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Which organ can be affected by tissue proliferation and repair due to S. mansoni infection?
Which organ can be affected by tissue proliferation and repair due to S. mansoni infection?
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What is the characteristic of eggs laid by female S. haematobium?
What is the characteristic of eggs laid by female S. haematobium?
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What is the effect of the release of toxic metabolites by schistosomulae during the growth stage of S. haematobium infection?
What is the effect of the release of toxic metabolites by schistosomulae during the growth stage of S. haematobium infection?
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Which type of schistosomiasis primarily involves vesical, prostatic, and uterine venous plexus?
Which type of schistosomiasis primarily involves vesical, prostatic, and uterine venous plexus?
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Which species of snails are implicated as intermediate hosts for S. haematobium in India?
Which species of snails are implicated as intermediate hosts for S. haematobium in India?
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What is a common complication associated with chronic S. mansoni infection?
What is a common complication associated with chronic S. mansoni infection?
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What is the habitat of Oncomelania species, the snail intermediate host for Schistosoma japonicum?
What is the habitat of Oncomelania species, the snail intermediate host for Schistosoma japonicum?
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How is hepatic cirrhosis caused by Schistosoma japonicum different from true cirrhosis?
How is hepatic cirrhosis caused by Schistosoma japonicum different from true cirrhosis?
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What is the main method of transmission for Schistosoma japonicum?
What is the main method of transmission for Schistosoma japonicum?
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Which immunological test is used to demonstrate antibodies in serum for Schistosoma japonicum?
Which immunological test is used to demonstrate antibodies in serum for Schistosoma japonicum?
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How can infection with Schistosoma japonicum be prevented near lakes, ponds, and rice fields?
How can infection with Schistosoma japonicum be prevented near lakes, ponds, and rice fields?
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Which organ exhibits clay pipe stem cirrhosis due to Schistosoma japonicum infection?
Which organ exhibits clay pipe stem cirrhosis due to Schistosoma japonicum infection?
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What is the infective form of Schistosoma spp. that encounters the skin?
What is the infective form of Schistosoma spp. that encounters the skin?
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How are Schistosoma japonicum eggs demonstrated in stool examinations?
How are Schistosoma japonicum eggs demonstrated in stool examinations?
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What distinguishes hepatic fibrosis caused by S.mansoni from that caused by S.japonicum?
What distinguishes hepatic fibrosis caused by S.mansoni from that caused by S.japonicum?
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How is the diagnosis of schistosomiasis typically confirmed?
How is the diagnosis of schistosomiasis typically confirmed?
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What is a common consequence of liver involvement in schistosomiasis?
What is a common consequence of liver involvement in schistosomiasis?
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Which species of Schistosoma causes Oriental schistosomiasis?
Which species of Schistosoma causes Oriental schistosomiasis?
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What is a potential consequence of urinary system involvement in schistosomiasis?
What is a potential consequence of urinary system involvement in schistosomiasis?
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What are the primary organs affected by S. japonicum infection?
What are the primary organs affected by S. japonicum infection?
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What can lead to pipe-stem fibrosis in schistosomiasis?
What can lead to pipe-stem fibrosis in schistosomiasis?
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What is the potential consequence of brain involvement in schistosomiasis?
What is the potential consequence of brain involvement in schistosomiasis?
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Which drug is specifically mentioned as a treatment for Schistosomiasis in the text?
Which drug is specifically mentioned as a treatment for Schistosomiasis in the text?
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What is the main clinical feature of urinary schistosomiasis caused by S. haematobium?
What is the main clinical feature of urinary schistosomiasis caused by S. haematobium?
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What is the characteristic manifestation of cercarial dermatitis caused by Schistosoma species?
What is the characteristic manifestation of cercarial dermatitis caused by Schistosoma species?
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What is the common name for swimmer's itch caused by penetration of the skin by cercariae?
What is the common name for swimmer's itch caused by penetration of the skin by cercariae?
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What is the characteristic pathological response to damage by eggs in tissue due to Schistosomiasis?
What is the characteristic pathological response to damage by eggs in tissue due to Schistosomiasis?
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What are the initial toxic and allergic symptoms associated with urinary schistosomiasis caused by S.haematobium?
What are the initial toxic and allergic symptoms associated with urinary schistosomiasis caused by S.haematobium?
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What is the typical clinical manifestation of intestinal schistosomiasis caused by S.mansoni?
What is the typical clinical manifestation of intestinal schistosomiasis caused by S.mansoni?
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What is the primary difference between protozoa and helminths?
What is the primary difference between protozoa and helminths?
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Which type of parasite causes rupture of red blood cells, leading to a specific disease?
Which type of parasite causes rupture of red blood cells, leading to a specific disease?
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What is the primary mechanism of disease production by parasites through mechanical injury?
What is the primary mechanism of disease production by parasites through mechanical injury?
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Which type of worms lead to iron deficiency anemia due to their blood-sucking activities?
Which type of worms lead to iron deficiency anemia due to their blood-sucking activities?
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Which class of parasites has larval stages parasitizing one or more species different from hosts of adults?
Which class of parasites has larval stages parasitizing one or more species different from hosts of adults?
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What is the primary method of disease production by parasites through the introduction of pathogenic microorganisms?
What is the primary method of disease production by parasites through the introduction of pathogenic microorganisms?
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Which parasite results in the deprivation of nutrients, fluids, and metabolites by competing with the host for food?
Which parasite results in the deprivation of nutrients, fluids, and metabolites by competing with the host for food?
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What are the larval stages of trematodes that have an enormous impact on human populations?
What are the larval stages of trematodes that have an enormous impact on human populations?
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Which organism is responsible for intestinal obstruction?
Which organism is responsible for intestinal obstruction?
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What is the primary effect of histolytic enzymes released by Entamoeba histolytica?
What is the primary effect of histolytic enzymes released by Entamoeba histolytica?
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Which parasite leads to the blockage of ducts such as blood vessels or lymphatics?
Which parasite leads to the blockage of ducts such as blood vessels or lymphatics?
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What is the primary difference between Platyhelminthes and Nematoda?
What is the primary difference between Platyhelminthes and Nematoda?
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What characteristic distinguishes Protozoa from Helminths?
What characteristic distinguishes Protozoa from Helminths?
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What distinguishes Parasites of medical importance in terms of their kingdoms?
What distinguishes Parasites of medical importance in terms of their kingdoms?
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Which statement best describes the general characteristic of trematodes?
Which statement best describes the general characteristic of trematodes?
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What is the main characteristic feature of Arthropoda among the listed parasites?
What is the main characteristic feature of Arthropoda among the listed parasites?
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What is the distinguishing factor between Protozoa and Helminths in terms of reproduction?
What is the distinguishing factor between Protozoa and Helminths in terms of reproduction?
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What is a general characteristic feature of Helminths?
What is a general characteristic feature of Helminths?
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What distinguishes Arthropoda from other parasites?
What distinguishes Arthropoda from other parasites?
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What is a distinguishing feature of trematodes?
What is a distinguishing feature of trematodes?
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What differentiates Protozoa from Arthropoda?
What differentiates Protozoa from Arthropoda?
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Which parasites possess flame cells and collecting tubules as part of their excretory system?
Which parasites possess flame cells and collecting tubules as part of their excretory system?
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What is a distinguishing characteristic of Acanthocephala or thorny-headed worms?
What is a distinguishing characteristic of Acanthocephala or thorny-headed worms?
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What is the length range of the adult Fasciolopsis buski worm?
What is the length range of the adult Fasciolopsis buski worm?
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Where are the metacercariae of Fasciolopsis buski found?
Where are the metacercariae of Fasciolopsis buski found?
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How many eggs does each adult Fasciolopsis buski worm produce per day?
How many eggs does each adult Fasciolopsis buski worm produce per day?
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What is the most common human intestinal trematode causing infection in humans?
What is the most common human intestinal trematode causing infection in humans?
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Which host serves as the definitive host for Fasciolopsis buski?
Which host serves as the definitive host for Fasciolopsis buski?
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Where is Fasciolopsis buski found within the human body?
Where is Fasciolopsis buski found within the human body?
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What is the size range of the eggs produced by the adult Fasciolopsis buski worm?
What is the size range of the eggs produced by the adult Fasciolopsis buski worm?
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Which snails act as the first intermediate hosts for Fasciolopsis buski?
Which snails act as the first intermediate hosts for Fasciolopsis buski?
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What is the infective form of Fasciolopsis buski to humans and pigs?
What is the infective form of Fasciolopsis buski to humans and pigs?
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What was the year when Fasciolopsis buski was first described?
What was the year when Fasciolopsis buski was first described?
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What is the primary source of infection for Clonorchis sinensis?
What is the primary source of infection for Clonorchis sinensis?
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Which animal is mentioned as a reservoir for Clonorchis sinensis?
Which animal is mentioned as a reservoir for Clonorchis sinensis?
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What is the most frequent complication of Clonorchis sinensis infection of long-standing duration?
What is the most frequent complication of Clonorchis sinensis infection of long-standing duration?
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How is the definitive diagnosis of Clonorchis sinensis infection typically made?
How is the definitive diagnosis of Clonorchis sinensis infection typically made?
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What is the most frequent complication of long-standing clonorchiasis infection?
What is the most frequent complication of long-standing clonorchiasis infection?
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What is the recommended treatment for clonorchiasis?
What is the recommended treatment for clonorchiasis?
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How can clonorchiasis infection be prevented at the community level?
How can clonorchiasis infection be prevented at the community level?
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Where does the adult Paragonimus westermani worm live in the definitive host?
Where does the adult Paragonimus westermani worm live in the definitive host?
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Which specimen is the preferred choice for parasitic diagnosis of Paragonimus westermani infection?
Which specimen is the preferred choice for parasitic diagnosis of Paragonimus westermani infection?
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What is the infective form of Paragonimus westermani to humans and other definitive hosts?
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Schistosomes
- Schistosomes are distinguished from other trematodes by their unique characteristics.
- They infect their definitive hosts through skin penetration.
Schistosoma spp. Infections
- Schistosoma haematobium affects the urogenital system.
- Schistosoma mansoni affects the intestinal system.
- Schistosoma spp. infect their intermediate hosts through cercarial penetration.
Transmission and Diagnosis
- The main method of transmission for Schistosoma spp. is through skin contact with contaminated water.
- The infective form of Schistosoma spp. that encounters the skin is cercariae.
- The prepatent period for Schistosoma haematobium is 6-8 weeks.
- Clinical symptoms associated with egg deposition and extrusion by Schistosoma haematobium include hematuria and dysuria.
- The liver can be affected by tissue proliferation and repair due to Schistosoma mansoni infection.
- The most practical method for the diagnosis of Schistosomiasis is through stool examination.
- Immunological serological tests, such as ELISA, can be used for the diagnosis of Schistosoma spp.
Clinical Manifestations
- The main clinical feature of S. haematobium infection is hematuria.
- During the migratory phase of S. haematobium infection, symptoms may include fever, cough, and malaise.
- The characteristic clinical manifestation associated with egg deposition and extrusion by S. mansoni is bloody diarrhea.
- The characteristic of eggs laid by female S. haematobium is that they are larger than those of S. mansoni.
- The release of toxic metabolites by schistosomulae during the growth stage of S. haematobium infection can cause an inflammatory response.
Intermediate Hosts and Habitat
- The intermediate host for S. mansoni is Biomphalaria snails.
- Oncomelania species are the snail intermediate hosts for Schistosoma japonicum.
- The habitat of Oncomelania species is in lakes, ponds, and rice fields.
Prevention and Treatment
- Infection with Schistosoma japonicum can be prevented near lakes, ponds, and rice fields by avoiding contact with contaminated water.
- Praziquantel is a specific treatment for Schistosomiasis.
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Test your knowledge on the morphology and features that distinguish Schistosoma from other trematodes. Learn about the main species infecting humans and their distinguishing characteristics.