parasitism in humans and animals Flashcards
1
Q
schistosoma
A
bilharzia parasite
2
Q
primary host
A
human
3
Q
intermediate host
A
freshwater snail
4
Q
Schistosoma species in South Africa
A
Shistosoma haematobium (affecting human kidneys) Shistosoma mansoni (affecting human intestines)
5
Q
common occurance
A
areas with poor sanitation
6
Q
infection by
A
walking, swimming, playing in or drinking contaminated water
7
Q
largest number of infection in South Africa
A
children who swim or play in contaminated, slow-flowing rivers or dams
