helminths

Question 1

what is the other name for schistosoma infection ?

Answer 1

bilharziasis

Question 2

what does the acute form of schistosoma present with ?

Answer 2

swimmers itch which presents 4-8 weeks post infection

Question 3

what is the presentation of schistosoma haematobium ?

Answer 3

sandy patchy urinary bladder
hematuria
cancer bladder

Question 4

what is the treatment for schistosoma ?

Answer 4

praziquantel

Question 5

what is the vector for schistosoma ?

Answer 5

fresh water snail

Question 6

what helminthic infection causes pruritus ani ?

Answer 6

enterobiasis

Question 7

how is enterobiasis transmitted ?

Answer 7

auto infection through soiled hands

Question 8

what is the treatment for enterobiasis ?

Answer 8

mebendazole

Question 9

what is the presentation of patients infected with whipworm ?

Answer 9

causes trichururiasis
mostly asymptomatic

Question 10

what is the treatment for whip worm infections ?

Answer 10

albendazole - twice daily for 3 days
mebendazole - immediate dose for adults