hymenoleptis nana Flashcards
1
Q
common name
A
dwarf tapeworm
2
Q
intermediate host
A
doesn’t require one
3
Q
morphology
A
chain of proglottids 4cm long adult
scolex rostellum 4 suckers and hooks
4
Q
symptoms
A
usually none but diarrhoea if very high
5
Q
diagnosis
A
distinctive eggs in faeces
6
Q
treatment
A
praziquantel
7
Q
control
A
good hygiene and eliminate rodents
