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What kind of organism is Giardia intestinalis?

A

Flagellate, primitive protozoa

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How is Giardia intestinalis transmitted?

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Faecal-oral

Zoonoses

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Can Giardia intestinalis be carried asymptomatically?

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Yes

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What are the symptoms of giardiasis?

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Small volume frequent diarrhoea
Nausea
Mild abdominal pain
May be acute or chronic malabsorption

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How is giardiasis diagnosed?

A

Cysts in faeces on wet mount

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How is giardiasis treated?

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Tinidazole

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How is the spread of Giardia intestinalis controlled?

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Sewage and water treatment

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What kind of immunity is developed to Giardia intestinalis?

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No good long term immunity: re-infection is common

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