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ascariasis Flashcards

1
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what is ascariasis

A

round worm

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causative agent for ascariasis

A

ascaris lumbricoides

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MOT of ascariasis

A

fecal
oral
5F’s

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4
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incubation of ascariasis

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4-8 weeks

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s/sx of ascariasis in acute stage

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  • first cue: vomitus with worms
  • abdominal discomfort
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s/sx of ascariasis in severe stage

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severe abdominal pain
severe vomiting
restlessness
insomnia
persistent coughing
SOB
wheezing

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7
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DOC for ascariasis

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  • albendazole 400mg
  • mebendazole 100mg
  • ivermectin 150-200mg
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