Dracunuliasis / guinea worm disease Flashcards
1
Q
transmission of dracunuliasis
A
drinking contaminated water containing water flears
2
Q
what does dracunuliasis present as?
A
a blister where a worm will eventually emerge causing the blister to burst
3
Q
what are the symptoms of dracunuliasis
A
vomitting, itchy rash, diarrhoea, sepsis and tetanus
4
Q
when do symptoms for dracunuliasis start
A
after a year
5
Q
is there a seasonal pattern for dracunuliasis if so what is it?
A
yes, in dry regions people get infected during the wet season and vice versa
6
Q
is there treatment for dracunliasis
A
no
7
Q
what eradication programmes are in place for dracunuliasis
A
- drinking from only protected sources
- WASH interventions
