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Which of the following is the primary cause of the chronic granuloma caused by Schistosoma worms?
Which of the following is the primary cause of the chronic granuloma caused by Schistosoma worms?
- The cercaria penetrating the skin
- The adult worms living in the body
- The eggs laid by the adult worms
- A combination of the above (correct)
Which of the following statements is most consistent with the text regarding schistosomiasis?
Which of the following statements is most consistent with the text regarding schistosomiasis?
- It can only be contracted by drinking contaminated water.
- It is a bacterial infection.
- It is spread through direct contact with an infected person.
- It is caused by a parasitic flatworm. (correct)
What is the main component of the granuloma formed in response to schistosome infection?
What is the main component of the granuloma formed in response to schistosome infection?
- Dead cercaria
- Dead adult worms
- Immune cells (correct)
- Calcium deposits
What does 'chronic' mean in the context of schistosomiasis described in the text?
What does 'chronic' mean in the context of schistosomiasis described in the text?
Based on the text, can schistosomiasis cause different types of allergic reactions at different stages of infection?
Based on the text, can schistosomiasis cause different types of allergic reactions at different stages of infection?
Which type of Schistosoma worms cause the chronic granuloma described in the text?
Which type of Schistosoma worms cause the chronic granuloma described in the text?
Which species of Schistosoma cause chronic granuloma formation?
Which species of Schistosoma cause chronic granuloma formation?
How do humans typically become infected with Schistosoma worms?
How do humans typically become infected with Schistosoma worms?
What type of immune response does the body mount against the cercaria stage of Schistosoma?
What type of immune response does the body mount against the cercaria stage of Schistosoma?
Which type of immune response is triggered by Schistosoma egg and dead worm antigens?
Which type of immune response is triggered by Schistosoma egg and dead worm antigens?
Does the text suggest a single immune mechanism is responsible for the allergic reaction in schistosomiasis?
Does the text suggest a single immune mechanism is responsible for the allergic reaction in schistosomiasis?
Which of the following best describes the granulomatous reaction described in the text?
Which of the following best describes the granulomatous reaction described in the text?
