Which of the following is a symptom of amoebic dysentery? A) A fishy odor of feces B) Frequent vomiting C) Bright red blood in stools D) Slight fever
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The question is asking to identify a symptom associated with amoebic dysentery from the provided options.
Answer
Bright red blood in stools
The final answer is bright red blood in stools.
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The final answer is bright red blood in stools.
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Amoebic dysentery, a more severe form of amebiasis, typically involves symptoms such as bloody stools, stomach pain, and fever. It is caused by the protozoan parasite Entamoeba histolytica.
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Sources
- Amebiasis (amebic dysentery) - New York State Department of Health - health.ny.gov
- Amebiasis (Amoebic Dysentery): Symptoms & Treatment - my.clevelandclinic.org
- About Amebiasis - CDC - cdc.gov
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